Human Resources Intern

GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PRIMARY PURPOSE

The Human Resources Intern will assist with creating and implementing a 30-day New Hire Training/Orientation Program that will ensure proper onboarding and training for new employees at our production plant.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS / DUTIES OF THE POSITION

• Assist Human Resources staff with weekly New Hire Orientation
• Support manufacturing plant recruitment process by conducting phone and on-site interviews
• Conduct research regarding onboarding and orientation best practices
• Survey produce industry to collect information regarding onboarding and training programs within the industry
• Assist with filing and database management
• Investigate alternatives for daily attendance tracking of hourly employees
• Create and deliver a final presentation to the executive team of Dole Fresh Vegetables.
• Other duties as assigned.

INTERNSHIP DETAILS 

• Summer 2025, 12-week internship
• 100% onsite (not a remote internship)
• Pay Rate:  $20 - $22 per hour
• No relocation or housing assistance provided

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
• Bi-lingual, Spanish/English or French-Creole/English is preferred
• Basic statistical analysis skills
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to analyze data
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work with employees at all levels of an organization
• Excellent time management, organization skills, and ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Intern must have reliable personal transportation

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk or hear.
• Ability to maneuver around an array of equipment, bend, stoop, climb stairs, lift up to 25 pounds, identify and distinguish colors, and work in a cold environment. 

WORK HOUR & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• 40-hour workweek
• No overtime expected
• 12-week internship
• No travel expected

EDUCATION LEVEL AND FIELDS OF STUDY

Fall 2025 rising junior, senior or graduate student obtaining a degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, or a related field

EEO STATEMENT: We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.