HR Strategic Projects internship
Are you a curious and adaptable self-starter who enjoys solving problems, working with data, and improving the employee experience? Do you want to gain hands-on experience while learning how Human Resources supports employees and drives business results? If so, you may be a great fit for the HR Strategic Projects Intern role at Gas South.
Job Responsibilities
- The intern would have the opportunity to support a variety of strategic and operational HR initiatives, including:
- Analyze workforce, engagement, and performance data to identify trends and opportunities.
- Support talent management, workforce planning, employee engagement, onboarding, and learning initiatives.
- Research best practices and contribute to programs that strengthen employee development and organizational effectiveness.
- Assist with process improvement efforts, policy reviews, HR technology initiatives, and special projects.
- Complete a capstone project that addresses a current business or HR challenge
- Present recommendations and findings to HR leadership at the conclusion of the internship
Skills & Qualifications We're Looking For
Preferred Majors
- Human Resources
- Business Management
- Organizational Management/Leadership
- Business Analytics
- Management Consulting
Preferred Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Strong attention to detail
Desired Characteristics
- Demonstrates sound judgment and professionalism
- Comfortable working with data and presenting insights
- Collaborative team player
- Self-starter who can work independently
- Interested in understanding how HR drives business results
Pay range is commensurate with education, experience, specialized skills or certifications, etc.
Our Purpose and Culture
At Gas South, we approach each day knowing we have an opportunity to make a difference in people’s lives. That means helping our customers save money with everyday low rates and treating them with dignity, honesty and respect. It means supporting our employees in their personal and professional lives, and it means we want to make sure our success directly benefits the communities we serve by giving back 5% of profits to support children in need. Through partnerships with non-profits like United Way, Salvation Army, Junior Achievement, Bert’s Big Adventure and many others, we’re proud to help make a difference. At Gas South our employees bring their boldest ideas and most authentic selves to work, no matter their title, position or background. We understand that our people are our most valuable assets. So, we treat them that way, with competitive benefits, flexible schedule options, and a fun, casual atmosphere.
Gas South affirms that it is an Equal Opportunity Employer whose actions and practices are consistent with fair employment. In this regard, Gas South will not discriminate against any employee or applicant with regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, training, promotion, lay-offs, transfers, leave of absence, compensation and termination.
Benefits for full-time employees include:
- Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Employer-paid life and disability coverage
- Annual employer contributions of up to 12.5% to your 401k
- Remote work options available based on business needs
- Annual performance incentive is a % of annual benchmark based on position level
- Paid four-week sabbatical every five years
- Opportunities to volunteer in the community
- Education assistance up to $5250 per year
Skills Required
- Enrollment or major in Human Resources, Business Management, Organizational Management or Leadership, Business Analytics, or Management Consulting
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to handle confidential information professionally and discreetly
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Strong attention to detail
- Sound judgment and professionalism
- Comfort working with data and presenting insights
- Collaborative, self-starting, and independent work style
What We Do
Gas South is the largest retail natural gas provider in the Southeast. In December 2020, Gas South acquired Infinite Energy and now serves over 425,000 residential, business and governmental customers throughout the Southeast. While growing in size, our purpose remains the same, to “Be A Fuel For Good”. We’re dedicated to putting people first in everything we do. That means we offer low rates with no deposit, exceptional customer service and our commitment to give 5% of profits to support children in need. We’re also committed to investing in our employees. By encouraging our associates to grow in their careers, we can make our employees’ lives better—and that makes Gas South better. Since 2016, we’ve been recognized as one of the “Top Workplaces in Atlanta” four times by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. We approach every day knowing we have an opportunity to make a difference, and the difference is good. Gas South is a wholly owned subsidiary of Cobb EMC, one of the country’s largest electric cooperatives. For more information, visit GasSouth.com.
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