Intern, Human Resources at Van Drunen Farms in Momence, Illinois

Job Description:

The Van Drunen Family of Companies is growing!



WHAT'S GROWING AT VAN DRUNEN FARMS AND FUTURECEUTICALS? WE ARE!


As a global, growing, and vibrant ingredient and nutritional supplement supplier to the world's best companies, the Van Drunen Family of Companies are always seeking positive and talented employees to help our company reach the next level. Now is your opportunity to be a part of a mission-driven company committed to employee development and success.


Join us and gain vital, real-world experience with a Van Drunen summer internship! Interns will be placed within a functional area related to their program of study. This is a paid internship program and will run full-time for 12 weeks beginning in May.



JOB OVERVIEW:



As an HR intern, you will work alongside the HR team on various continuous improvement projects. The internship could include projects supporting employee engagement programs, change management, recruiting, benefits, turnover analysis, Workday implementation, and/or new hire orientation and onboarding.



DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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  Document Management: Assist in project of setting up and transitioning to SharePoint for HR documents.
  
  

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  Job Description Catalogue: Help complete the job description catalogue, ensuring every position in Workday has an up-to-date job description.
  
  

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  Employee Engagement: Support employee engagement survey initiatives using Workday Peakon Voice.
  
  

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  Recruitment Support: Aid in recruitment efforts, including new hire experience improvements, and designing marketing materials for candidates and internship programs.
  
  

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  Project Assistance: Support the project of reviewing Fit for Duty requirements for positions.
  
  

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KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Products (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)
  
  

• Attention to detail and demonstrated time management skills
  
  

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
  
  

• Initiative, resourcefulness, and strong interpersonal skills
  
  

• Have a curious, proactive and solution-oriented approach
  
  

• Desire to learn and grow professionally
  
  

• Creative and innovative ideas
  
  

• Ability to take direction and multi-task
  
  

• Demonstrated ability to exhibit a positive attitude, professional image, and demeanor
  
  

EDUCATION:

• Upperclassman (incoming Junior or Senior) at an accredited College or University
  
  

• Desired Major(s): Business Administration, Communications, Human Resources
  
  

• Preferred Minimum GPA: 3.0
  
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Sit and use a computer for a long period of time.
  
  

• Manual and physical dexterity needed to operate a computer keyboard and handle paper documents.
  
  

• Sufficient near vision acuity to read information appearing on computer display screen, hand-written forms, and printed on paper.
  
  

• Adequate hearing and verbal abilities to communicate effectively in person and by telephone.
  
  

The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.



WORKING CONDITIONS:



Indoor office environment, may on occasion be exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels, such as from office equipment



Disclaimer


The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and technical skills required of personnel so classified.


In the Van Drunen Family of Companies, commitment to excellence is in everything we do! As a global ingredient and nutritional supplement supplier to the world's best companies, we thrive on nourishing others with our products and our care for people. If you are looking to make an impact and grow with a family-friendly, values-driven company, you'll fit right in with the Van Drunen Family of Companies!


We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our employees are the most valuable asset we have. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, creativity, innovation, unique capabilities and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our Company's achievement as well.


The Van Drunen Family of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.


If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at recruiting@vandrunen.com.


Van Drunen Family of Companies does not accept unsolicited resumes. Any resumes, CV's, and other unsolicited assistance from search firms that do not have a submitted request and written search agreement for a position-specific requisition will be deemed the sole property of Van Drunen Family of Companies and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by our Company. Apply Now