HR Intern

at  City of Nanaimo

In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including racialized and Indigenous persons, women, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities, ages and sexual orientations who bring value through their lived experiences.
We strive to provide an inclusive workplace and believe in progressive and barrier-free recruitment for all. If at any time during the application or recruitment process you require additional assistance or an accommodation, please email employment.opportunities@nanaimo.ca and we would be pleased to discuss how best to accommodate your needs.

JOB SUMMARY

The City of Nanaimo is seeking a temporary full-time HR Intern. Under the direction of the Manager, Human Resources, the intern will perform various tasks to assist the Human Resources Department in a number of areas, including Recruitment and Selection, Training and Development, and general administrative support. This position will also assist with various human resources projects.
The preferred individual will be familiar with current best practices in human resources. This position requires the ability to work under continual deadlines, prioritize and successfully complete a multitude of tasks, pay attention to detail, and deal tactfully with people.
The individual will be exposed to a variety of municipal HR office activities, processes and projects and be given the opportunity to develop their communication, software, analytical and professional skills and judgement.

REQUIREMENTS

Preference will be given to candidates who have successfully completed either:

• A Degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resources Management from a recognized educational institution with a minimum of 6 months of related administrative experience; or

• A Diploma in Human Resources Management from a recognized educational institution with a minimum of 2 years of related administrative experience.

  An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Please see the job description PDF below.