ADMINISTRATIVE INTERN (NON-CAREER) - Human Resources bei City of Long Beach, CA
City of Long Beach, CA · Long Beach, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite
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About the Department
Why we want to hear from YOU...
The Port of Long Beach is committed to fostering a positive, respectful, and collaborative work environment--one where every teammate feels valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work. We recognize the strength that comes from a broad range of perspectives and experiences, and we aim to create a workplace culture that encourages open communication, mutual respect, and shared success. Our commitment to LIFE/WORK BLEND - where LIFE leads - reflects our belief that personal well-being fuels professional excellence. Every day, Port teammates bring a spirit of curiosity, teamwork, and service excellence that sets us apart as a global industry leader. Our teammates arrive daily with the ethos to collaborate, foster intellectual curiosity, and provide unparalleled service. If you share these values and our enthusiasm, your next career opportunity is with THE PORT OF CHOICE!
The Port is committed to ensuring our interns have a wonderful experience, giving them the foundation and skills to be successful beyond this internship.
The Team...
The Human Resources (HR) Division is supported by a staff of 27. The Division is dedicated to exceptional service, innovation, and operational excellence that leads to attracting, engaging, and retaining a diversified and highly qualified workforce. The committed and inspired HR influencers in the Division work diligently to ensure organizational alignment with strategic goals and values. The Division also fosters an engaged, well trained, and collaborative organization that promotes belonging and integrates people, processes and technology to promote a team-oriented culture with professional and personal growth.
This is an unclassified (Non-Civil Service) position. Non-career positions typically average 20-25 hours per week, for a total of 1600 hours in a year for a maximum of two years.
Position Duties
- Assist with developing job bulletins and flyers.
- Screen candidate applications in response to job opportunities.
- Assist with setting up in-person interviews.
- Create job offer letters.
- Assist with special events, outreach activities, and meetings.
- Prepare presentations and speeches.
- Attend and participate in Division and project-related meetings; handle action items as assigned.
- Attend community outreach and college/job fair events.
- Assist with employee engagement, learning & development initiatives.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Mininum Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program at a college or university with status as a junior or senior. Recent graduates (within the last 12 months at the time of application) are encouraged to apply.
- A major in Human Resource Management, Public Administration, Public Relations, Business Administration, International Business or closely related field is preferred.
You must be able to demonstrate the following professional attributes and strengths:
- Detail-oriented is a must.
- Excellent writing, proofreading, and editing skills.
- Strong public speaking and community outreach skills.
- A solid working knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is highly desirable.
- Customer service experience is desirable.
- Knowledge of Port industry is a plus.
SPECIAL NOTE
This is an unclassified, "at-will" position. The appointed candidate will serve at the discretion of the Port of Long Beach and can be terminated at any time. In such an event, the candidate has no right to any appeal or grievance procedure under any rule or regulation of the City of Long Beach.
Other Qualifications
How do we start the conversation?
To apply, please click on the "Apply" link and submit your application online. You must attach: 1) Cover Letter, 2) Resume and 3) Transcript (unofficial transcripts accepted). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Applications will be accepted until Monday, September 12, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. PST. The Port reserves the right to extend the filing period, without notice, in order to accept additional applications.
Following the close of the filing period, the Port will review the applications to determine the most qualified candidates. Those determined most qualified will be invited to continue in the selection process. Successful completion of a background check and physical examination will be required.
The Port of Long Beach intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format, please call (562) 283-7500 or email [email protected]. In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.
For technical issues with your application, please call (877) 204-4442.
The Port of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
