STUDENT INTERN II Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/houston/jobs/newprint/4835680) Apply  STUDENT INTERN II Salary $17.36 - $21.57 Hourly Location 611 Walker Street Job Type Full Time Job Number 36364 Department HUMAN RESOURCES Division HRD-HR OPERATIONS & CLIENT RELATIONS Opening Date 02/17/2025 Closing Date 2/24/2025 11:59 PM Central + Description + Benefits + Questions POSITION OVERVIEW Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED Job Classification: Student Intern II Division: Employee Relations Posting Number: 36364 Reporting Location: 611 Walker St. Workdays & Hours: MONDAY – FRIDAY hours/week *Subject to change* DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS This position will support the Employee Relations team in resolving employee issues, researching policies, creating reports, and assisting in performance management processes. Research, understand, and interpret policy and best practices. This intern position will gain hands-on experience in employee relations processes, policies, and best practices. Will work closely with HR professionals to support initiatives that promote employee satisfaction, compliance, and organizational culture. This role, you will assist in handling employee concerns, conducting surveys, and analyzing data to identify trends and areas for improvement; participate in the development and implementation of employee engagement programs, training sessions, and policy updates. This role will provide the candidate with valuable insights into the field of Human Resources and prepare the candidate for a career in employee relations or related areas. WORKING CONDITIONS There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Requires the ability and knowledge for analysis and interpretation of procedures, policies and practices attainable through specific education and/or training programs in a specialty or technical field. (Individuals are college students). EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS No experience is required LICENSE REQUIREMENTS None PREFERENCES Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated skills in Microsoft Office applications. **Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.** GENERAL INFORMATION SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED Department may administer skills assessment test SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: No If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing if a promotional position; candidate must pass an assignment drug test. SALARY INFORMATION Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate’s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. PAY GRADE: 10 APPLICATION PROCEDURES Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov or call (832)395-2141. To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm. If you need special services or accommodations, call (832)395-2141 (TTY 7-1-1) If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627. Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process. All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided. EOE - Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include: + Medical + Dental + Vision + Wellness + Supplemental Insurance + Life insurance + Long-term disability + Retirement pension + 457 deferred compensation plan + Employee Assistance Program + 10 days of vacation each year + 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday + Compensable Sick Leave + Personal Leave + Flexible schedules + Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions + Professional development opportunities + Transportation/parking plan + Section 125 pretax deductions + Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan + Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves + Healthcare Flexible Spending Account For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html 01 Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable or a general discharge under honorable conditions? + Yes + No 02 Are you currently a student at a college/university? + Yes + No 03 Please indicate your level of proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite. + BASIC MICROSOFT OFFICE SUITE: Create a new document, enter text, and save it; navigate in a document and perform a search; format cells, rows, and columns; modify a database and insert data from another; application; create title and bullet slides; work with text, drawn objects, and drawing tools. + INTERMEDIATE MICROSOFT OFFICE SUITE: Create mail merges, sort and filter them; customize toolbars; run and record Macros; filter data and manage a filtered list; create and modify some Macro commands; create, modify, and format charts; create basic Macros to automate forms and data entry; customize the appearance and functionality of reports; use hyperlinks and perform data integration. + ADVANCED MICROSOFT OFFICE SUITE: Manage Macro commands, create dialogue boxes, and understand the notions of Visual Basic application programming; use advanced functions (Names, VLOOKUP, IF, IS); work with Pivot Tables; manage Macro commands: concepts, planning, operations, execution, modification, interruption; use Visual Basic to create a public function or event procedures, or add general procedures in a form module; plan and examine an application, develop a distributed application design. + None of the above 04 Do you have professional verifiable experience in the following areas? (Check all that apply) + Scheduling of meetings + Maintaining staff calendars + Draft correspondence, reports, and other documents + Preparing special reports + None of the above 05 How many years of administrative experience do you have? + Less than 1 year of professional administrative experience + 1 year, but less than 2 years of professional administrative experience + 2 years, but less than 3 years of professional administrative experience + None of the above 06 Are you currently a City of Houston employee? + Yes + No Required Question