HR Intern - Military veterans preferred

This position is primarily responsible for providing HR Compliance services, in accordance with Service Level Agreements, to HR Shared Services, employees, managers and Human Resources. Analyze each task assigned and identify areas for standardization and process improvement and opportunities for training. Complete compliance related duties in accordance with company policy or laws. Collaborate with COEs to direct compliance issues to appropriate channels for investigation and resolution. We are looking for a year-round co-op and the selected candidate must be available to work for 24-28 hours per week during the summer and following semesters both in office and remotely.

Job duties include contact with other employees and access confidential and proprietary information and/or other items of value, and such access may be supervised or unsupervised. The Company therefore has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and is necessary to protect the safety of the Company’s staff, employees, and business relationships.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

Compliance Administration

• Analyze tasks assigned, redefine as needed and document each in an SOP. Update SOPs as processes change.
• Actively audit and monitor data in HRSS systems to ensure integrity relative to all areas supported
• Work with internal SW teams to ensure system feeds and requirements are accurate and compliant
• Work with appropriate HR Shared Services teams to make updates or corrections as needed
• Assist with the completion of all state and local compliance initiatives related to HR Shared Services responsibilities as needed
• Complete ad hoc requests for other compliance related audits and support as needed
• Assist with other Shared Services and Compliance initiatives as requested

Employee Authorization

• Responsible for supporting the employment eligibility verification process following federal guidelines and regulations, including processing non-US Citizen I-9s into HRSS systems
• Process and audit I-9s into HR Shared Services systems during acquisitions
• Partner with Employee Relations and internal Immigration Counsel as needed in relation to complex work authorization cases and changes in federal law
• Assist in managing all work authorization expiration leaves of absence in the HRSS system

Federal State and Local Laws

• Identify employees impacted by changes in local, state, or federal laws and take action as appropriate
• Assist local HR with making necessary updates in HRIS to ensure compliance with new laws
• Partner with appropriate departments when additional steps outside of HRIS are needed

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Required:

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited four year college or university at the time of the internship
• Must have sophomore, junior, or senior class standing
• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.8

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail, accuracy and ability to maintain confidential data
• Adaptability to change
• Strong critical thinking
• Ability to multitask
• Demonstrated ability to work with all levels of management
• Ability to communicate and influence effectively at all levels of management
• Strong problem-solving skills through detailed analysis of various rules and regulations
• Desire to continuously improve processes and systems
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team
• Must have experience with Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel and/or Power Point

Preferred:

• Previous I-9 experience
• Pursuing a Bachelors or Masters Degree in HR

Basic Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future

At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in:

Life … with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being
Career … with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution
Connection … with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities
It's all here for you... let's Create Your Possible

At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute—it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at http://www.myswbenefits.com/. Click on “Candidates” to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee.

Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable.

Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.? All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.

As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans.

Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process.