• Human Resources Intern

    Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation (Little Rock, AR)


    Human Resources Intern

     

    Req Id: 740

     

    Job Function: Human Resources

    Location:

    Little Rock, Arkansas, US, 72209

     

    Better Connected, Together: Employees Power Our Mission

     

    At Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation (AECC) and Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. (AECI), our diverse, dedicated team powers a shared mission: to deliver electricity that is reliable, affordable and responsible.Better connected, together with Arkansas’ electric distribution cooperatives — we provide wholesale power and essential services that improve quality of life across the state, serving more than 1.2 million members and the communities they call home.

     

    Our Employees are the Driving Force Behind Everything We Do

     

    We believe in supporting, valuing, and investing in our people — because when our team thrives, our mission succeeds. If you're looking for meaningful work, a strong sense of purpose, and a place where your contributions truly matter, we invite you to consider joining us.

    GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

    A Human Resources Intern will support several disciplines such as recruiting, compensation, employee benefits and employee relations. We’re looking for someone who can develop core human resource skills that can be applied across the organization. In this position, you will be given the opportunity to take the skills you have acquired in school and apply them in a professional setting.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    + Learn and assist with recruitment efforts including sourcing candidates using the HRIS platform as well as external sources like Indeed, LinkedIn and others.

    + Support record-keeping function, including creation and maintaining of personnel files.

    + Assist with HRIS and compensation-related projects.

    + Research diversity, veteran and operations technician recruiting channels not currently being used.

    + Assist in employee events and job fairs (i.e., company picnic).

    + Provide front desk coverage when needed.

    + Take on ad-hoc projects and assignments as needed.

    + Performs other related duties as assigned.

    + Maintain awareness of and compliance with applicable laws and regulations from various regulatory entities, internal policies, procedures, and directives. Ensure ongoing monitoring and timely incorporation of any changes to maintain adherence to compliance standards.

    + Maintain awareness of and compliance with applicable laws and regulations from various regulatory entities, internal policies, procedures, and directives. Ensure ongoing monitoring and timely incorporation of any changes to maintain adherence to compliance standards.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    High school diploma or equivalent.

     

    Pursuing or has obtained a degree in Human Resources Management or related field.

     

    Strong communication skills; oral and written.

     

    Self-starter and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

     

    Technologically adept and advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills.

     

    Exceptional analytical, mathematical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

     

    Extremely detailed and accuracy oriented.

    REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

    PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

    Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future.

    EEO/AA/M/F/VETS/DISABLED

    Should you elect to apply for this position, AECC/AECI will review your qualifications. If after reviewing the qualifications and experience of all applicants, your skills and credentials meet our needs, someone from our organization may contact you. Please be advised that the time required to complete the applicant review process typically takes between 30 and 90 days but could extend beyond that. Once the position has been filled, all applicants will be notified via email.

     

    Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation and Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. are Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other protected category.

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

    This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

     

    **Nearest Major Market:** Little Rock