Human Resources Intern - Part Time

AMERISAFE is seeking a detail-oriented, productivity driven professional to add to our “Excellence Team” based in DeRidder, LA. The Human Resources Intern will have the opportunity to shadow and work side-by-side with human resources department employees, gaining on-the-job and hands-on experience. The expectation of the intern is to apply knowledge obtained to routine tasks associated with each assignment.

Qualifications:

• High school senior OR student enrolled in a program to obtain a degree in Human Resources or business program preferred
• Basic computer knowledge with experience in Microsoft products preferred
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of personnel and company records
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with staff at all levels within the organization
• Proven ability to work closely with others in a team-oriented environment
• Foster the AMERISAFE culture by embracing the pillars of consistency, focus, frugality, ownership, and service

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Observe daily tasks based on assigned area, engaging in conversation and taking notes on the requirements of each job shadow assignment
• Complete data entry tasks in HR systems including ADP and Everbridge, as requested
• Ensure proper filing of employee documents in electronic personnel files
• Participate in evaluation and analysis of data such as annual motor vehicle reports
• Participate in recruitment efforts to include creating job postings, reviewing new applications and forward qualified candidates to hiring managers, following up with candidates as needed, deselecting unqualified candidates, etc.
• Update and upload organizational charts
• Apply knowledge obtained through observation and hands-on experience to participate in routine tasks associated with each job function
• Monitor completion of learning activities and performance reviews assigned in ADP and initiate reminders, as needed
• Update monthly and quarterly reports or other departmental spreadsheets, as requested
• Become familiar with company policies and procedures in order to answer basic employee questions
• Support the daily administrative duties of the human resources team
• Other duties as assigned

Upon an offer and acceptance of employment with AMERISAFE, you will be required to complete our pre-employment screening, which includes a criminal background check, a 10-panel drug test and, if applicable, a review of your motor vehicle report. A 10-panel drug test includes amphetamine/methamphetamine, barbiturates, benzodiazepines, cocaine metabolite (BZE), marijuana metabolite (THCA), methadone, methaqualone, codeine/morphine, phencyclidine, propoxyphene.