Student Intern PositionThe Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is responsible for managing and protecting the state's renewable natural resources, including all wildlife and aquatic life. LDWF supports a strong work ethic in its employees and incorporates the use of good science, accurate information and technology.The incumbent of this position serves as a Student Intern in the Office of Management and Finance Division – Human Resources Section.Participation RequirementsA student enrolled in an accredited Louisiana college, university, or state-operated technical college who is either: Classified as a full-time student under their school's criteria, orIn their final two semesters and taking the courses needed to graduate, even if not full-time.(HR will verify student enrollment status prior to job offer)To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Position-Specific Details:Appointment Type: Unclassified student position.Work Schedule: This is a part-time position that will report in-office. This position may average 20 hours per week. Depending on the time of year, the student may be allowed to work more.Minimum QualificationsNo prior experience or training required.
Incumbent must be a full time student to be eligible for this position.Preferred QualificationsPursuit of a BA/BS degree with a concentration in Human Resources Management or an MS/MBA with a concentration in Human Resources.Must be a self-starter with the ability to communicate effectively both in writing and orally.Have the ability to interact effectively with staff at all levels in the organization.The candidate should possess a general knowledge and experience in the use of a personal computer and various software applications, specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.Language SkillsAbility to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write legible, simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees in the organization.Reasoning AbilityAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesAnswering the phone and routing calls.Assisting HR Specialist with the New Hire Orientation process.Scan documents.Filing information in employee records.Making badges and setting up building access for employees.Miscellaneous other projects.Regular attendance is an essential job functionCertificates, Licenses, RegistrationsValid Louisiana driver's licensePhysical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 lbs.Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.