Employee Relations and Engagement Intern

Job Details*Job Location: *Main Campus - Edmond, OK *Position Type: *Staff *Salary Range: *$15.00 - $15.00 Hourly *Job Category: *OTRS Ineligible *Position Classification:* Temporary, part-time, hourly, and non-exempt staff position. *General Schedule:* This position typically works up to 25 hours per week. This position is temporary through June 30, 2026, only. *Position Overview:* Supports the day-to-day operations of the Employee Relations (ER), Engagement, and other functions within the Human Resources department. This temporary position involves assisting with the execution of various HR projects, processes, and reports. *Job Duties:* * Provide administrative support to the ER and Engagement functions including monitoring email inboxes, preparing documents, conducting research, scheduling meetings and events, making departmental purchases, maintaining records, etc. * Assist with the planning and implementation of employee engagement programs and initiatives aimed at improving employee satisfaction and fostering a positive workplace environment. * Support the ER team in handling routine employee inquiries and providing guidance on company policies, procedures, etc. * Accurately enter and update employee data in the HR Information System (HRIS), ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of employee records and supporting various HR processes and reporting needs. * Process routine employee transactions, forms, and documents. * Support HR projects by gathering data, coordinating logistics, and communicating with relevant stakeholders. * Write, create, and edit employee communications. Assist in designing visuals, publications, guides, web content, etc. Other related duties as assigned. *Qualifications/Experience Required:* Current enrollment in a degree program in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Communications, or a related field. *Qualifications/Experience Preferred:* Preference will be given to UCO students. Experience with Excel, Banner, Paycom, InDesign, Canva, and/or Illustrator is a plus. *Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:* * Communication: Ability to clearly express ideas, instructions, and concepts in both written and verbal forms. Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on customer service and building effective relationships with staff, faculty, and stakeholders. * Judgment & Decision Making: Strong critical thinking skills, balancing logic and compassion while ensuring consistency and adherence to university policies and procedures. * Adaptability: Ability to maintain a positive, manage multiple projects, and quickly learn university software and systems. * Integrity: Strong commitment to ethical decision-making, confidentiality, and honesty, with a willingness to sign and adhere to confidentiality agreements. * Reliability: Strong follow-through and dedication to delivering high-quality work with care and excellence. *Physical Demands:* Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.