HR Summer Internship - Payroll & BenefitsLocation: Texas Medical Center-Houston, TexasCategory: Human ResourcesUTHealth Houston General AdministrationRequisition #: 2400035JUTHealth Houston Department of Human Resources, Payroll & Benefits is hiring HR Summer Interns to join their team in the Texas Medical Center. Through this Internship, each Intern will have access to HR tools and seasoned HR professionals and be given the opportunity to develop a well-rounded understanding of HR operations within their department of hire.About the Human Resources Summer InternshipThe summer internship program is a paid, on-site program that will consist of 40-hour work weeks lasting June 2, 2025, through August 8, 2025, culminating with an end-of-program presentation.Functional Area: Payroll & BenefitsAs an Intern for Payroll & Benefits, you will play a key role in planning and executing the UTHealth Houston Benefits Fair, a fun and informative event that showcases perks and educates staff and faculty members. You will also get the opportunity to conduct interviews with payroll staff to gather insights and propose enhancements to streamline operations as well as gain valuable skills and knowledge in benefits and payroll.In addition to supporting the assigned functional area, each intern will participate in monthly UTHealth Houston internship engagement events, giving all interns an opportunity to come together as a cohort to learn about UTHealth Houston components, collaborate and share on current projects, and engage in social activities as a group. In addition:
Attend and complete all training modules, webinars, tours, and other training activities as scheduled.
Facilitate at least one bi-weekly meeting with the internship cohort.
Learn and adapt to any required technology, demonstrating a commitment to quickly gaining entry-level proficiency.
Interview and Selection TimelineApplications for the Internship Program will be collected through Sunday, December 9, 2024. Virtual interviews with hiring leaderswillbeginthe week of January 13, 2025,running through February 14, 2025.All offers will beextendedby Friday, March 7, 2025, if not sooner.What We’re Looking ForIdeal Candidate: The HR intern is someone who is results-oriented, highly initiative-driven, and demonstrates a strong motivation and capacity to learn.They should possess proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet applications, as well as the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple assignments simultaneously.The HR Intern should be customer-focused, capable of working independently, innovative, and eager to explore new areas. Superior communication and interpersonal abilities are essential, along with critical thinking and analytical skills. The candidate should have strong listening, written, and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally. Being independently driven and a self-starter is crucial for success in this role.Education: Currently enrolled student or recent graduateofabachelor'sprogramwith a major in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Management Information Systems, or closely related field.Schedule: Must be available to work40-hour work weeksbeginningJune 2, 2025, through August 8, 2025.Location: On-site in the Texas Medical Center/Hybrid schedule dependent on HR functional area of hire.Discounted parking will beavailable on-site.Physical Requirements: Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.Security Sensitive: This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215If you are looking for a great healthcare career in Houston, visithttp://go.uth.edu/careers!University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth)Established in 1972 by The University of Texas System Board of Regents, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) is Houston’s Health University and Texas’ resource for health care education, innovation, scientific discovery and excellence in patient care. The most comprehensive academic health center in the UT System and the U.S. Gulf Coast region, UTHealth Houston is home to schools of biomedical informatics, biomedical sciences, dentistry, nursing and public health and the John P. and Kathrine G. McGovern Medical School. UTHealth Houston includes The University of Texas Harris County Psychiatric Center, as well as the growing clinical practices UT Physicians, UT Dentists and UT Health Services. The university’s primary teaching hospitals are Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center, Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital and Harris Health Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital.UTHealth BenefitsUTHealth Houston offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. For more information on our benefits programs please refer to the UTHealth Houston Office of Benefits Website.https://www.uth.edu/benefits/Equal Employment Opportunity StatementUTHealth Houston is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth Houston policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.UTHealthHoustonhas adopted a policy consistent with CMS regulations to protect our patients and university community from exposure to COVID-19. This policy affects all employees, residents, fellows, students, contractors, new hires, visiting scholars program participants, adjunct faculty, and volunteers who work, train, or collaborate at the John S. Dunn Behavioral Science Center.In addition, all UTHealthHoustonemployees who are assigned to work at a location that is subject to the affiliated partner’s hospital, clinical offices, or agency are required to abide by UTHealth’sHoustonrules and regulations, as well as the affiliate’s rules and regulations, including COVID-19 vaccination and safety requirements.Work location is based on the needs of the department and may be adjusted.
