Human Resources Intern

Do you want to work for a company where you can make a difference and gain practical on-the-job experience When you join CRST youre not just a number or just an intern. Youre on the team!

At CRST our companys success starts with hiring and developing the best people. CRST the Transportation Solution is one of the nations largest privately held transportation and logistics companies and we are looking to add to our team energetic focused and driven students. We are looking for students who can add value to our organization through their knowledge and experiences and help us to develop and do our business better. Our company has a positive and inclusive culture whereby we value each person and each voice giving an ear to your solutions and ideas. Maybe you discover a more efficient way to design the deliver chain or uncover a problem and then provide a solution to save the organization money Come on in believe in your skills and apply them to help us to continue to grow and be the best that we can be while also developing yourself as a young professional!

CRST has an exciting opportunity for you to join our Early Talent Program within our summer internship program as a Human Resources Intern on our Human Resources team. Explore all facets that make up the HR team from Driver Recruiting Training & Development Recruiting HR Operations Payroll and more!

The Human Resources Intern supports human resources activities through project work employee support and professional development opportunities. This role gains hands-on experience in HR programs employee processes compliance activities talent initiatives and business operations while developing professional skills and business knowledge. The HR Intern contributes to team objectives while preparing for future career opportunities.

Here is what you can expect:

• HR Support: Assist with day-to-day HR activities documentation reporting and administrative tasks
• Employee Experience: Support employee programs engagement initiatives events and communication efforts
• Talent Support: Assist with recruiting onboarding internship programs and talent-related initiatives
• HR Projects: Participate in projects involving HR operations compliance compensation engagement training or organizational development
• Data Review: Collect organize review and maintain HR-related information and records
• Reporting: Assist with preparing reports presentations dashboards and supporting documentation
• Process Improvement: Help identify opportunities to improve HR processes communication or employee experiences
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with HR team members and business partners to support organization objectives
• Professional Development: Participate in learning opportunities mentorship activities and business meetings to develop HR and business knowledge
• Adaptability: Learn new systems processes and HR disciplines while supporting assigned work
• Senior Leadership Exposure: Learn from our Senior Leaders from day 1 and present your project and experience to them at the end of the summer!
• Accountability and Reliability: Maintain regular and reliable attendance while performing other duties as assigned to support team and business needs

The Summer Internship Program is where students are exposed to the transportation industry engaged in real-world problem-solving and immersed in social and educational opportunities with other interns and leaders across the organization. You will have the opportunity to work hand in hand with different business entities to accomplish company objectives and goals.

Here is what we are looking for:

• Education: Currently pursuing a degree in human resources business psychology communications organizational leadership or a related field
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Organization: Ability to manage multiple assignments and maintain attention to detail
• Professionalism: Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion
• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new systems processes and business concepts quickly

Preferred Qualifications:

• HR Interest: Interest in human resources employee experience recruiting compensation organizational development or related fields
• Project Experience: Academic internship volunteer or extracurricular experience supporting projects or team initiatives
• Technology: Experience using Microsoft Office applications particularly Excel Word and PowerPoint
• Leadership Experience: Participation in student organizations athletics volunteer groups or leadership activities
• Customer Service Experience: Experience working with people in service support leadership or collaborative environments

Physical Requirements: Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Regular use of a computer telephone and standard office equipment is required. The position may require the ability to observe surroundings read documents and screens distinguish visual signals and communicate effectively with others in person by telephone radio or other communication devices. The position generally involves prolonged periods of sitting frequent written and verbal communication and the ability to move throughout office and operational areas as needed. The position primarily requires indoor work. Occasional travel may be required. The position may also require lifting carrying pushing or pulling materials weighing up to 25 pounds.

Here is some other helpful information:

• Applicants must be enrolled in undergraduate courses at least the fall semester following the summer internship.
• Interns who successfully complete the Early Talent Program are considered for full-time positions within CRST upon graduation with additional benefits.
• These internships will be based at our offices in Cedar Rapids IA.

CRST Core Values: Safety at the Core of All We Do - Integrity in Every Decision and Action - Commitment to the Success of Employees Customers Agents Contractors and Communities

EEO Statement: CRST The Transportation Solution Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. The Company prohibits unlawful discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race (including hair texture and protective hairstyles) color religion creed religious practices sex (including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding reproductive health decision-making sexual orientation gender identity gender expression and related conditions) national origin ancestry age disability genetic information military status veteran status marital status or any other status protected by applicable federal state or local law.

Required Experience:

Intern