Job Description

HR Summer Intern

About Us:

Wärtsilä is a global leader in smart technologies and complete lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. With a strong commitment to innovation and sustainability, we strive to optimize the environmental and economic performance of our customers' vessels and power plants. Our diverse and inclusive work environment fosters creativity and collaboration, providing employees with opportunities for professional growth and development. By joining Wärtsilä, you will be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to shaping the future of the maritime and energy industries. We invite you to explore the exciting career opportunities that await you at Wärtsilä.

About the role:

We seek a passionate and proactive HR Summer Intern to join Wartsila North America in our Houston office on a hybrid working schedule. This is a 3-month paid internship.

You will have the opportunity to work with senior members of the HR team as well as leadership to have hands-on and gain experience in enhancing and maintaining the HR Handbook, policies, and compliance-related items. In this program, you will collaborate closely with HR Managers, payroll, and benefits to ensure alignment with current regulations and best practices in the USA. The ideal opportunity possesses a strong understanding of HR principles, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.

As an HR Intern, you will gain valuable hands-on experience in various aspects of human resources, including HR policies, processes, and compliance. This internship offers an excellent opportunity to learn and grow in a fast-paced and collaborative environment while contributing to the success of our organization.

Candidates must be able to work 3-days per week in the Houston office, and must currently be in college, majoring in a relatable field.

Responsibilities:
* Conduct a comprehensive review of the existing HR Handbook to identify areas for improvement, clarity, and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Update policies and procedures as necessary to reflect current laws and organizational needs.
* Work collaboratively with HR Managers to develop new policies or revise existing ones in accordance with legal requirements and company objectives. Document policies effectively to ensure clarity and accessibility for all employees.

Qualifications:

• The ability to commute to our Houston office 3 days a week
• Junior and senior students with majors in HR Management, Business Administration, Psychology, Organizational Leadershipehavior, Communication and PR or Economics
• Desire to obtain valuable HR experience

Why You and Us
You will be a part of a global organization with local presence and work in an exciting and dynamic working environment with highly motivated and skilled co-workers. We offer interesting and challenging work tasks, as well as personal and professional development in a great team.

If you feel excited by being a part of this working environment and think your personal skills and qualities match the job requirements, we look forward to receiving your job application. Successful applicant must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship. This is a paid internship.  Hourly range is depending on education level.

We look forward to hearing from you. Qualified candidates must apply online:

Wärtsilä North America values our employees. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.  Wärtsilä North America is an EOE/AA employer.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Internship, Local area, 3 days per week,

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