What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Intern - HRO-2025-2i position at NJ Department of Environmental Protection?
Title: Payroll Intern
Posting Number: HRO-2025-2i
Closing Date: November 3, 2025
Start Date: February 9, 2026
End Date: May 1, 2026
Existing Vacancies: 1
Location: 436 East State Street, Trenton NJ 08625
Internship Hours Per Week: 14-21 hours per week (2-3 days per week)
Hourly Rate: Sliding Scale based on Education Level ($18-$23 Per Hour)
Program: Management & Budget Program – Division of Human Resources - Payroll
Program Description: The Human Resources office at the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) is dedicated to supporting the agency’s mission by ensuring that our workforce is effectively managed, supported, and engaged. HR serves as the foundation for all personnel services across the department, providing consistent and efficient processes that enable employees to thrive in their roles while advancing NJDEP’s environmental initiatives.
Project Description:
Preferred Area of Study: Seeking individuals enrolled at an accredited university/college studying human resources management, labor relations, or public administration.
License: Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
Employee Benefits
TES / Hourly employee benefits include:
Residency: All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011 have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey subject to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), also known as the "New Jersey First Act".
Authorization to Work: Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations. Note: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship to the United States.
Veteran's Preference: To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veterans' Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated below. For more information, please visit https://nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service/preference/
SAME applicants: If you are applying under the NJ SAME program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter) must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME program, please visit https://nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml, email SAME@csc.nj.gov, or call CSC at (609) 292- 4144 and select Option #3.
Equal Opportunity Employment: The State of New Jersey seeks to increase the richness and diversity of its workforce, and in doing so, become the employer of choice for all people seeking to work in State Government. To evaluate the effectiveness of our efforts to attract and employ a diverse workforce, applicants are asked to voluntarily answer a few brief questions on the NJ Affirmative Action Information Form. All information is considered confidential and will be filed separately with the agency's affirmative action officer. This information will not be part of your application for employment and will not be considered in any hiring decision.
Posting Number: HRO-2025-2i
Closing Date: November 3, 2025
Start Date: February 9, 2026
End Date: May 1, 2026
Existing Vacancies: 1
Location: 436 East State Street, Trenton NJ 08625
Internship Hours Per Week: 14-21 hours per week (2-3 days per week)
Hourly Rate: Sliding Scale based on Education Level ($18-$23 Per Hour)
Program: Management & Budget Program – Division of Human Resources - Payroll
Program Description: The Human Resources office at the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) is dedicated to supporting the agency’s mission by ensuring that our workforce is effectively managed, supported, and engaged. HR serves as the foundation for all personnel services across the department, providing consistent and efficient processes that enable employees to thrive in their roles while advancing NJDEP’s environmental initiatives.
Project Description:
- Review and verify payroll and personnel records as related to payroll management
- Create reports on Excel for hourly employee data and pay rates
- Assist in preparation of different types of payrolls to ensure accurate payment
- Respond to employee payroll-related inquiries
- Miscellaneous projects assigned by the HR team
Preferred Area of Study: Seeking individuals enrolled at an accredited university/college studying human resources management, labor relations, or public administration.
License: Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
Employee Benefits
TES / Hourly employee benefits include:
- Earned Sick Time*
Residency: All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011 have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey subject to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), also known as the "New Jersey First Act".
Authorization to Work: Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations. Note: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship to the United States.
Veteran's Preference: To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veterans' Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated below. For more information, please visit https://nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service/preference/
SAME applicants: If you are applying under the NJ SAME program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter) must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME program, please visit https://nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml, email SAME@csc.nj.gov, or call CSC at (609) 292- 4144 and select Option #3.
Equal Opportunity Employment: The State of New Jersey seeks to increase the richness and diversity of its workforce, and in doing so, become the employer of choice for all people seeking to work in State Government. To evaluate the effectiveness of our efforts to attract and employ a diverse workforce, applicants are asked to voluntarily answer a few brief questions on the NJ Affirmative Action Information Form. All information is considered confidential and will be filed separately with the agency's affirmative action officer. This information will not be part of your application for employment and will not be considered in any hiring decision.
DEP Notices of Vacancy have a 4:00 p.m. deadline on the closing date. When filing for these opportunities, please be sure to have your letter of interest and credentials sent electronically before 4 p.m. on the closing date.
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to inclusive hiring and a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Accommodations under ADA will be provided upon request.
Salary : $18 - $23