Human Resources Intern I

The Position
East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) is seeking to fill three (3) part-time Human Resources Intern I positions within the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Culture (ODEC). These internships offer valuable experience in supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and workforce development strategies. There are two (2) positions in the Diversity and Inclusion Office (DIO) and one (1) position in ODEC Administration. These roles will be part-time during the academic year and may transition to full-time during summer and school breaks.EBMUD, headquartered in Oakland, is an environmentally and socially progressive, publicly owned utility providing drinking water service to approximately 1.4 million customers in 20 cities and 16 unincorporated communities in portions of Alameda and Contra Costa Counties, and wastewater treatment services for more than 740,000 customers in the East Bay.As part of EBMUD's mission, the ODEC envisions an organization where the workforce reflects the diversity of the communities served and where all employees, contractors, and customers are valued and have a voice in the organization's success.The DIO oversees strategic diversity outreach programs and partnerships that support EBMUD's long-term workforce development efforts to represent the community in our workforce, develop a diverse pipeline of candidates for our future workforce needs, develop collaborative relationships with local partner organizations, and provide positive role models within the local community.DIO Human Resources Interns will primarily assist in the administration of the EBMUD High School Summer Internship (HSSI) Program; and will also support other post-secondary internships, community partnerships, and diversity outreach programs coordinated through the DIO.When you join EBMUD's team, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, equity-focused, supportive, and team-oriented community that is committed to exemplifying the EBMUD's values and furthering its mission.Junior or Senior college students with an interest in diversity, equity, and inclusion; community outreach; and youth workforce development are encouraged to take advantage of this exceptional opportunity to intern with EBMUD. The Human Resources Intern I may be offered the opportunity to continue their employment after the summer.Sample duties for all HR Interns include the following:* Organize, coordinate, and/or technically produce virtual and in-person orientations, training sessions, culture-building events, and/or activities* Research, analyze data, and write reports* Provide excellent customer service and support to EBMUD staff, external vendors, and community partners* Assist in the preparation of materials for internship and/or DEI programs* Collaborate and communicate with subject matter experts in visual, oral, and written formOrganization-specific sample duties include:* DIO HR Interns (2 positions):* Coordinate internship recruitment and outreach efforts* Update, modify, and format presentations and outreach flyers * Monitor email inboxes, respond to staff requests, schedule meetings, and assist with other administrative tasks to support the HSSI program using a variety of programs (e.g., Excel, Intranet, Word, Oracle, Canva, etc.)* Review and screen HSSI intern applications* Provide resources and mentoring support to high school interns* Support the DIO's long-term workforce development strategy, including enhanced outreach such as attending career fairs and/or developing online/social media content to promote mission-critical and/or underutilized career opportunities* ODEC Admin HR Intern (1 position):* Assist in the EBMUD-wide rollout and refinement of the Equity Toolkit, which is used to promote equity in hiring, promotions, procurement, and community engagement.* Collaborate on the design and delivery of DEI training sessions for employees, focusing on areas like unconscious bias and inclusive leadership.* Maintain the DEI Metrics Dashboard, which tracks key performance indicators (KPIs) related to hiring, retention, and promotions by demographic categories.* Support initiatives to foster an inclusive workplace culture through employee engagement activities.These positions may offer some hybrid schedule opportunities, however throughout the entire internship, the Human Resources Intern Is are expected to be available for on-site work in Oakland, CA, and throughout the EBMUD Service Area.EBMUD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race (including hair style/texture), color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity (including transgender status), gender expression, marital or registered domestic partnership status, age for individuals age forty or older, national origin, ancestry, disability (mental or physical), medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veterans status, family or medical leave status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical condition), pregnancy disability leave status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and other categories protected by federal, state and/or local laws.
Requirements
Junior or Senior student currently enrolled at an accredited college or university.PREFERRED ABILITIES* Excellent interpersonal communication; ability to build rapport & maintain effective working relationships* Self-awareness, empathy, adaptability, and customer service orientation* Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook* Ability to use online meeting and collaboration tools* Excellent written and verbal skills* Ability to research and write reports* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills* Experience in organizing events/activities* Experience facilitating programs for high school and college-age youth* Excellent attention to detail* Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive personnel information.
The Selection Process
Visit www.ebmud.com to submit your EBMUD application online by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, November 22, 2024. Only application materials submitted online during the filing period will be accepted. Application materials faxed, mailed or delivered to EBMUD will not be accepted. It is your responsibility to clearly specify your experience. Applicants presenting the best combination of job-related qualifications will be reviewed for further consideration. NOTE: The recruitment for this part-time position will not result in the establishment of a civil service list. All employment offers are conditional, pending the results of a Live Scan background screening. All selected finalists must participate in the Live Scan background screening process to remain in consideration for EBMUD employment.
Supplemental Information
As the first step in the selection process, responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted online with the regular EBMUD application. Provide thorough, accurate descriptions of assignments you have personally performed. Should you respond with comments such as "see application" or "see resume" instead of addressing the questions directly, your application may not be considered.

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