State of Washington · 2 days ago
Human Resources Talent Acquisition Unpaid Intern
The State of Washington is dedicated to fostering a culture of belonging and equity through its values of respect, trust, diversity, inclusion, and equity. They are seeking a Human Resources Intern to support the Talent Acquisition unit, providing hands-on experience in full-cycle recruitment and assisting with various recruitment activities in a public sector environment.
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Responsibilities
Support the drafting, setup, and posting of job requisitions
Assist with interview scheduling, document tracking, and note collection
Participate in documentation and learning activities related to DEI in recruitment and hiring
Learn to review employment applications in the state wide online recruitment system (OLRS)
Observe interview facilitation processes, including structured interviews and equitable, DEI-aligned hiring practices
Gain hands-on experience using HR systems and recruitment documentation tools
Qualification
Required
The ability to understand and follow agency values of respect, trust, diversity, equity and inclusion through behaviors and decisions
This position required a minimum of 8 hours a week in-office at our Thurston county locations
More hours per week are allowed, but please consider this minimum and your ability to work Monday-Friday during business hours prior to applying
Benefits
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket.
Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses.
Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement And Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).
New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP).
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month.
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA).
Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave.