HR Lead Intern

Muscatine Power and Water - Summer Internship in the Human Resources Department

MPW is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated HR Lead Intern to join our Human Resources department for the 2025 internship program. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead and coordinate activities for the MPW intern group while gaining hands-on experience in various HR functions. The HR Lead Intern will play a pivotal role in fostering a positive and engaging environment for all interns, enhancing their overall internship experience, and contributing to MPW’s success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Intern Activities:
  • Organize and oversee intern events such as intern bingo, tours with HR lunches, intern book club, water tower tour and climb with water department, bucket truck rides with the line crew, intern shirt orders, and coordination of DiSC and discussion.
  • Gather feedback from interns to improve the internship program and facilitate participation in community-sponsored events.
• HR Functions:
  • Employee Engagement: Assist in planning and preparing events to boost employee morale and engagement.
  • Administrative Tasks: Perform administrative duties such as filing, scanning, and managing supplies.
  • Recruitment and Selection: Participate in interviews, staffing meetings, and pre-hire processes.
  • Benefits: Exposure to benefit billings and new hire/retirement/termination processes.
  • Training and Development: Engage in training sessions, provide coaching, and assist in developing training programs.

Resources:

All the members of the Human Resources Department will support the intern and help answer questions as they come up. In addition, the group will meet weekly to track/steer project progress, identify tasks and additional resources needed for upcoming tasks.

Time Frame:

The intern is projected to work 40 hours/week for 9-10 weeks, beginning in late May, but some time off can be scheduled within that time frame.

What We Offer:

• Practical leadership experience in a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Hands-on involvement in a variety of HR functions and projects.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• A chance to make meaningful contributions to MPW’s success and intern community.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Enthusiastic about creating a positive and engaging environment for fellow interns