Human Resources Intern

About Hensel Phelps

Founded in 1937, Hensel Phelps specializes in building development, construction, and facility services in markets ranging from aviation to government, commercial, transportation, critical facilities, and healthcare. Ranked #1 in aviation and #6 overall general contractor in 2024 by BD C, Hensel Phelps is one of the largest employee-owned general contractors in the country. Driven to deliver EXCELLENCE in all we do and supported by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder, Diversity, and Community, Hensel Phelps brings our clients' visions to life with a comprehensive approach that begins with innovative planning and extends throughout the life of the property.

The Human Resources Intern will support the HR Operations team with day-to-day administrative and support activities. This role is designed to provide hands-on exposure to how Human Resources supports employees and leaders across the company. The intern will assist with organizing information, maintaining records, supporting projects, and helping the HR team deliver consistent and professional service.

This summer internship is suitable for either a high school or college student interested in learning more about Human Resources, business operations, or working in a professional office environment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the HR Operations team
• Assist with organizing and maintaining employee files, spreadsheets, and HR documentation
• Help prepare reports, trackers, and basic data summaries
• Support onboarding and offboarding activities, such as preparing materials and checklists
• Assist with filing, scanning, and data entry tasks
• Help update HR forms, templates, and internal resources
• Support special HR projects and process improvement initiatives
• Answer or route basic employee questions to the appropriate HR team member
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the HR Operations team
  
  

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in high school or college
• Interest in Human Resources, business, or administrative work
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Reliable, organized, and able to follow instructions
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to handle confidential information responsibly
• Professional communication skills and a positive attitude
  
  

Physical Work Classification & Demands

• Light Work. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
• The individual in this position will periodically walk, kneel, sit, crouch, reach, stoop, read/see, speak, push, pull, lift, stand, and finger/type. The frequency of each action varies by workflow and office activity.
• Walking - The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, boxes, cabinets, etc.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, phone, computer, and computer printer.
• The person in this position frequently communicates with employees and external stakeholders regarding a variety of topics related to office administration.
• Constantly computes, analyzes, and conceptualizes mathematical calculations and formulas.
• Constantly reads written communications and views email submissions.
• The person in this position regularly sits in a stationary position in front of a computer screen.
• Visual acuity and ability to operate a vehicle as certified and appropriate.
• Rarely exposed to high and low temperatures
• Rarely exposed to noisy environments and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
  
  

Any Employment Offers are Contingent Upon Successful Completion of the Following:

• Verification of Work Authorization and Employment Eligibility
• Substance Abuse Screening
• Physical Exam (if applicable)
• Background Checks for Badging/Security Clearances (if applicable)
  
  

Compensation Range (Colorado Only)

$20.00 USD per hour

Benefits

Hensel Phelps believes in the importance of taking time to recharge. As a result, employees are eligible for paid time off beginning upon hire.

Equal Opportunity And Affirmative Action Employer

Hensel Phelps is an equal opportunity employer. Hensel Phelps is committed to engaging in affirmative action to increase employment opportunities for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Hensel Phelps shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)