Job Details

The Water Institute is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Human Resources Intern to support our HR team in managing day-to-day office operations, developing and refining HR processes, and identifying and implementing initiatives aimed at enhancing employee satisfaction. This is a great opportunity for a student interested in gaining real-world HR experience in a dynamic work environment.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Assist with general office management tasks, including supply coordination, document organization, and general tasks.
• Support the development and documentation of HR processes, such as onboarding, performance reviews, and training programs.
• Participate in the research, planning, and implementation of employee engagement and satisfaction strategies.
• Help gather and analyze employee feedback to identify areas for improvement.
• Assist with internal communications related to HR initiatives and events.

• Develop and maintain job requirements, job descriptions, and pay grades for all positions, as needed.
• Maintain company organization charts and the employee directory.
• Maintain human resource information system records and compile reports from the database.
• Maintain compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment.

• Perform other HR-related administrative duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools.
• A team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.

What You'll Gain:

• Hands-on experience in human resources and office operations
• Exposure to real-world challenges in employee engagement and HR strategy
• Opportunity to contribute ideas and make a meaningful impact
• Mentorship and professional development support from HR professionals

Successful candidates will desire to continue expanding their knowledge and skills, be results-driven and self-motivated, and are capable of effective cross-disciplinary collaboration in a fast-paced environment. Workload will vary from week to week, and candidates will be flexible and willing to occasionally travel to our New Orleans office, to meetings, and to run errands.

The Water Institute is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

We are headquartered in Baton Rouge and the position will be located at our main office in Baton Rouge. The pay for the position is $15.00 per hour. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider the internal equity of our current staff as part of any final offer. We also offer a generous benefits package for full-time exempt positions.

Unique Benefits of a Water Institute Career

• Growth opportunity: We are always learning and developing new methodologies and working to solve problems. You will have the opportunity to engage in growing and leading with ample opportunities to take ownership and flourish.
• Flexibility: We understand that our team members have different needs and do our best to work with their schedules and provide benefits and resources to meet these needs.
• Inclusive environment: We are committed to building an inclusive environment where all teammates feel comfortable and supported.
• Fun! We love to keep things fun, both within our work and at company-wide events.
• Work life balance: We are respectful of people's boundaries and support that through Institute values so that our team has time to recharge and do their best work within the mission of the organization.
• The Water Institute Values: Scientific Integrity, Excellence, Transdisciplinary Collaboration, Accountability, Diversity, Work/Life Balance, Respect, Impact