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Human Resources Specialist jobs on CPT put you inside the HRIS systems, compliance workflows, and recruiting pipelines that employers use daily. Your DSO must authorize the role as integral to your HR, business, or organizational behavior curriculum before your first day, and each CPT authorization ties to a specific employer and end date.
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Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) seeks a Human Resources Intern to provide support to our Human Resources Operations team. Ideal candidates for this position are organized, adaptable, and eager to learn. Candidates should have effective communication skills and problem-solving abilities. This internship will provide you with experience onboarding new employees, managing compliance, conducting affirmative action outreach, controlling personnel files, and working with team members around the world to meet objectives.
We're seeking motivated students from local universities who are interested in building real-world experience throughout the year. Candidates who can work part-time during the academic year and full-time during the summer are encouraged to apply.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide a high level of customer service to internal and external customers.
- Modify and update applicant, candidate, employee, and/or organizational data accurately.
- Respond to applicant, candidate, employee, and/or community inquiries, concerns and needs.
- Cross-train with other department members to ensure seamless support of all HR duties.
- Manage confidential files and other privileged information.
- Under close supervision, follow area processes and work instructions.
- Understand. Create. Simplify.
- Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Current student studying Human Resources or related field at an accredited institution
- Proficient knowledge of MS Office
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate discretion in handling sensitive information and data
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
- Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
- Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
- Background check results satisfactory to SEL
- Negative drug test result(s)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with Human Resources Information Systems
- Knowledge of HR laws and practices
Physical Requirements
None
ABOUT SCHWEITZER ENGINEERING LABORATORIES
SEL designs, manufactures, and supports products and systems that protect, monitor, control, and automate electric power systems. Our technologies help detect faults, prevent equipment damage, and reduce the impact of power outages. Our mission is to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical. Employees contribute to practical, high-quality solutions used every day, where attention to detail and quality directly support the reliability of the electric grid.
LOCATION
Pullman, WA – This position is located in Pullman, WA. Nestled in Eastern Washington, offering an exceptional quality of life. Embrace the charm of small-town living with spacious surroundings, no traffic hassles, and easy access to outdoor adventures in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. Plus, benefit from excellent schools and universities in the area.
COMPENSATION
- Pay Range Data - $21.50 - $28.75 hourly
Our intern pay is determined based on the internship role (the work you would be doing) and your year in school (when you plan to graduate). Talk with your recruiter if you are curious about the rate for your year in school.
COMMUNICATION WITH APPLICANTS
We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at careers@selinc.com.
SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.
INTRODUCTION
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) seeks a Human Resources Intern to provide support to our Human Resources Operations team. Ideal candidates for this position are organized, adaptable, and eager to learn. Candidates should have effective communication skills and problem-solving abilities. This internship will provide you with experience onboarding new employees, managing compliance, conducting affirmative action outreach, controlling personnel files, and working with team members around the world to meet objectives.
We're seeking motivated students from local universities who are interested in building real-world experience throughout the year. Candidates who can work part-time during the academic year and full-time during the summer are encouraged to apply.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide a high level of customer service to internal and external customers.
- Modify and update applicant, candidate, employee, and/or organizational data accurately.
- Respond to applicant, candidate, employee, and/or community inquiries, concerns and needs.
- Cross-train with other department members to ensure seamless support of all HR duties.
- Manage confidential files and other privileged information.
- Under close supervision, follow area processes and work instructions.
- Understand. Create. Simplify.
- Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Current student studying Human Resources or related field at an accredited institution
- Proficient knowledge of MS Office
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate discretion in handling sensitive information and data
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
- Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
- Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
- Background check results satisfactory to SEL
- Negative drug test result(s)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with Human Resources Information Systems
- Knowledge of HR laws and practices
Physical Requirements
None
ABOUT SCHWEITZER ENGINEERING LABORATORIES
SEL designs, manufactures, and supports products and systems that protect, monitor, control, and automate electric power systems. Our technologies help detect faults, prevent equipment damage, and reduce the impact of power outages. Our mission is to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical. Employees contribute to practical, high-quality solutions used every day, where attention to detail and quality directly support the reliability of the electric grid.
LOCATION
Pullman, WA – This position is located in Pullman, WA. Nestled in Eastern Washington, offering an exceptional quality of life. Embrace the charm of small-town living with spacious surroundings, no traffic hassles, and easy access to outdoor adventures in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. Plus, benefit from excellent schools and universities in the area.
COMPENSATION
- Pay Range Data - $21.50 - $28.75 hourly
Our intern pay is determined based on the internship role (the work you would be doing) and your year in school (when you plan to graduate). Talk with your recruiter if you are curious about the rate for your year in school.
COMMUNICATION WITH APPLICANTS
We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at careers@selinc.com.
SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.
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Get Access To All JobsHuman Resources Specialist CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Human Resources Specialist role qualify for CPT?
Yes, if your degree program includes coursework in human resources management, organizational behavior, or a related field and your school considers the work integral to your curriculum. Your DSO makes the final call. Roles focused on HR operations, talent acquisition, compensation analysis, or employee relations typically satisfy the curricular connection requirement at most programs.
Can I do CPT at an HR consulting firm or staffing agency?
CPT is tied to a specific employer and work location, so placement through a staffing agency creates complications. If the staffing agency is your employer of record but you work on-site at a client company, your DSO needs to authorize the staffing agency, not the client. Some schools decline to authorize CPT arrangements where the actual day-to-day supervisor is at a third-party site. Confirm your school's policy before accepting this type of placement.
How do I find HR Specialist employers who are likely to sponsor me after CPT?
Search Migrate Mate to see which employers have filed Labor Condition Applications for HR-related roles. LCA history for HR Specialist or HR Generalist positions indicates the employer has already navigated the specialty occupation determination and prevailing wage process, making future H-1B visa sponsorship more straightforward. Employers with no LCA history for HR titles may not have a clear internal path for sponsorship.
Does full-time CPT as an HR Specialist affect my OPT eligibility?
Twelve months or more of full-time CPT uses up your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours or fewer per week, does not count against OPT. If your HR Specialist role runs longer than 12 months at full-time hours, plan your curriculum timeline carefully with your DSO before accepting the position.
What happens if my HR Specialist job duties change after CPT is authorized?
Your CPT authorization is specific to the role and responsibilities your DSO reviewed. If your employer significantly changes your duties, such as moving you from recruitment to payroll administration, you may need a new CPT authorization before performing those tasks. Notify your DSO as soon as your role scope shifts to avoid an unauthorized employment finding, which can jeopardize your F-1 status.