Human Resources Intern

Position: Human Resources Intern

Department: Human Resources

Pay: $15.00

DEADLINE: Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Job Summary:

Clayton County Water Authority (CCWA)

The Human Resources Intern will gain hands-on experience across multiple HR functional areas, including Recruitment, Risk Management, Training & Development, HR Administration, Benefits, Compensation & Leave, and Safety Programs. This internship provides practical exposure to core HR operations while supporting critical administrative, compliance, and employee engagement initiatives..

The intern will provide critical support in several key areas, including:

Recruitment Support

• Post job openings and assist with applicant tracking

• Screen applications using established criteria

• Coordinate and schedule interviews

• Prepare interview packets and onboarding documentation

• Maintain electronic filing systems (Revver)

• Ensure accurate recordkeeping and document organization

Risk Management

• Assist with submitting and tracking liability claims

• Maintain claims tracking logs

• Organize and manage claim documentation

• Provide status updates as requested

Benefits, Compensation & Leave

• Assist with post–open enrollment verifications

• Enter benefit deductions in JDE

• Participate in New Hire Orientation sessions

• Assist with Lunch & Learn (L&L) sessions

• Support preparation efforts for the Kaiser Permanente 5K event

Training & Development

• Assist with training event logistics (food orders, room setup, materials)

• Prepare and copy training workbooks and assessments

• Send training reminder emails

• Assist with grading exams during training sessions

• Complete post-training administrative tasks and record updates

• Submit ATSSA training record spreadsheets

• Coordinate employee training portal updates

HR Analyst & Administrative Support

• Assist with time verification processes

• Enter requisitions and receive purchase orders

• Review boot and uniform invoices

• Enter OTOs for overages, vehicle tax, and gift card taxation

• Maintain accurate documentation and financial tracking records

Safety Program Support

• Assist with pre-training preparation (printing manuals, certification cards, CE certificates)

• Support classroom setup and breakdown

• Track safety team incentive requirements

• Conduct monthly SPOT program drawings

• Assist with June Safety Month tracking and weekly drawings

• Support Safety Fair setup, attendee tracking, and prize drawings

Minimum Requirements to Perform Work:

Must be a recent high school graduate entering college, undergraduate or graduate student; no experience required but some work experience preferred; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license or ID.
• Provide an official transcript with a minimum 2.8 GPA or a college acceptance letter

Physical Demands:

This position classifies the physical exertion requirements as light work involving lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds.
Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.

Work Environment:

Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
May be exposed to the outdoor elements if performing work in the field. May work evenings or weekends depending on assigned area.

At CCWA, it is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees, including temporary employees, and applicants for employment based on qualifications, abilities, and merit. Therefore, CCWA prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants or any other legally covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity or expression), citizenship, genetic information, disability status, past, current, or prospective membership in the uniformed services or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to job advertisements, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training.