• Student Intern - Human Resources (HDQ)

    Basin Electric Power Cooperative (Bismarck, ND)


    Job Title:

    STUDENT INTERN - HUMAN RESOURCES (HDQ)

    Posting Start Date:

    9/15/25

    Job Description:

    POSITION PURPOSE

    This position provides temporary, project-based assistance in the Human Resources division. It is designed to offer real-world experience to students pursuing degrees aligned with business and human resources fields. The incumbent will gain exposure to Cooperative operations and practices while supporting teams with hands-on tasks and assignments appropriate to their field of study.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES

    + Support HRBPs with day-to-day activities, including employee lifecycle processes, organizational updates, and HR initiatives.

    + Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, and data analysis.

    + Participate in projects related to employee engagement, performance management, onboarding, and policy updates.

    + Conduct research on HR best practices and provide recommendations for process improvements.

    + Help coordinate employee events, training sessions, and communication initiatives.

    + Maintain accuracy of employee records and documentation within HR systems.

    + Shadow HRBPs during employee meetings and cross-functional business discussions (as appropriate).

    + Provide general administrative support to the HRBP team

    + Follow safety, security, and procedural guidelines.

    + Perform other duties as assigned.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    + Be at least 18 years of age.

    + Be enrolled as a full-time student in a four-year degree Business or Human Resources program with at least two years completed or recent graduate (within the past 12 months).

    + Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5.

    + Transcript required at time of application. **If your transcript is not attached at time of application, your application will not be reviewed.**

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    + Previous internship or relevant work experience.

    + Additional certifications or coursework in field of study.

    PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

    This position requires the ability to remain in a stationary position and to move about the office building, occasional reaching below and above shoulder level, constant use of keyboard/computer and other office productivity machinery, bending, kneeling, lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds, and pushing/pulling up to 20 pounds. It also requires finger dexterity and hand coordination.

    KEY SKILLS

    + Effective written and verbal communication skills.

    + Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.

    + Research and analytical thinking.

    + Microsoft Office proficiency.

    + Organization and attention to detail.

    + Team collaboration.

    + Initiative and adaptability.

    + Confidentiality and professionalism.

    + Compliance with safety procedures.

     

    Wage: $23.00/hour