Personnel Operations Student

Join Daktronics and be part of a team that creates cutting-edge digital LED display technology and audio systems. Experience the thrill of working on projects that bring excitement to sports events attract customers worldwide and guide people in their daily lives.

At Daktronics youll engage in meaningful work and have the chance to grow both personally and professionally. Our internships and student positions offer hands-on experience mentorship and the opportunity to develop a deep understanding of our products and industry practices.

Youll have a mentor who will challenge you to find solutions take initiative and develop a strong understanding of Daktronics products practices and procedures. We are committed to providing the resources and mentorship necessary to thrive in your position ensuring you feel supported and are successful.

What will the work look like for me

As a student working in Personnel youll embark on a dynamic learning journey gaining hands-on experience and valuable insights into various aspects of the business world. This role is designed for college students eager to launch their careers offering exposure to multiple teams across Daktronics while fostering professional growth and development. Our goal is to prepare you for future full-time opportunities and we proudly encourage you to apply for open positions upon graduation.

Youll be part of a team who will encourage you to think critically take initiative and develop a strong foundation in Personnel Operations. Through hands-on experiences youll gain exposure to a variety of Personnel functions including recruiting onboarding employee records management compliance HR systems reporting employee engagement and process improvement. Experiences will vary based on your interests strengths and business needs providing opportunities to learn how Personnel supports employees and leaders throughout the employee lifecycle. This flexible and personalized approach allows you to build valuable professional skills while exploring multiple areas within the Personnel team.

Experiences include the following areas:

• Support day-to-day administrative and operational processes across multiple business functions.
• Assist with data entry reporting document management and record maintenance.
• Learn and utilize business systems databases and Microsoft Office tools to support operational needs.
• Prepare reports and communications for internal stakeholders.
• Assist with customer employee or internal team requests by researching information and providing timely support.
• Take ownership of assigned projects and complete work accurately and on schedule.
• Gain exposure to areas such as project coordination administration operations support process improvement and business analytics.
• Build an understanding of Daktronics products practices procedures and business operations through hands-on experience and mentorship.

When will I work

Applicants should be available to work approximately 15 hours per week (maximum of 20 hours per week) during the academic year and up to 40 hours per week during the summer.

Where is this opportunity located

While all responsibilities can be performed remotelypreference is given to candidates residing near our corporate headquarters in Brookings South Dakota. This position is open to candidates eligible to work in the U.S.

What are the pay and perks

The typical hiring range for this position is $14.00 to $15.00 per hour based on the location of Brookings SD. The actual offer will consider a wide range of factors including relevant education experiences location and applicable local legislation.

Students with GPA of 3.5 and above may be eligible for a $500 Academic Excellence Reward for each spring and fall semester completed while employed. Additional conditions may apply.

This position is eligible for a subset of our company benefits including employee discount program employee assistance program community donation program unpaid time off 401(k) Employee Stock Purchase Plan leaves disability and accommodations. Information about Daktronics benefits can be found on our website Career Opportunities () ( This information is intended tobe a general overview and may be modified by Daktronics at any time.

To be considered for the Personnel Operations Student position we require the following:

Academic Requirements:

• The preferred applicant will be a student registered in at least 12 credits.
• Applicants must be currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelors degree program in Business Consumer Behavior Economics Entrepreneurial Studies or a closely related field.
• The preferred applicant will be in their sophomore or junior year of school.
• Only strong academic performers will be considered and must maintain an acceptable GPA. Applicants must maintain aminimum GPA of 2.5 or higher.
• Unofficial transcripts or web transcripts must be submitted with application.

Other Requirements:

• Work Availability:
  • Approximately15 hours per weekduring the academic year (maximum of 20 hours).
  • Up to40 hours per weekduring the summer.
• Skills & Attributes:
  • Self-motivated organized detail-oriented and collaborative.
  • Reliable and capable of working independently while maintaining productivity in a remote environment.
  • Eager to learn and contribute to new projects including the use of unfamiliar software and tools.
  • Adaptable to shifting priorities and evolving responsibilities.
  • Proficient in general computer use including accurate keyboarding skills.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Fluent in English both written and verbal.
• Eligibility:
  • Applicants must be 18 years of age or older
  • Daktronics does not sponsor renew or extend immigration visas for this position.

Ready to make an impact Apply now and start your journey with Daktronics.

Daktronics is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.