• Job Description

  Req#: R0008733

  *Staff positions are supportive roles providing support to our rehabilitation mission. Applicants for staff positions do not need to have a barrier to employment to be eligible for these roles.*

  *To ensure full consideration for a staff position, please attach a resume to your application so we can gain a complete view of your experiences*

  Peckham, Inc. - Employee Experience and Engagement Internship

  POSITION SUMMARY

  Peckham is a mission-driven, award-winning social enterprise where we strive to provide world-class vocational rehabilitation to persons with disabilities and/or barriers to employment while providing excellent customer service to a diverse range of customers. One of Peckham’s core values is “People matter to us – A WHOLE LOT”, demonstrating our commitment to our people and the communities we serve. We strive to be people-centered in all we do.

  The Employee Experience and Engagement team at Peckham works to help employees have a positive experience by being engaged in their work. Peckham is looking for a student interested in learning all about Human Resources and engaging employees. This internship will assist with various projects and daily tasks related to talent development, training, and recruiting. This internship will also provide the student with hands on experience in human resources management, time management, building relationships, communications, and process improvement. This internship would be for 20 hours per week for the Fall of 2025 with possibility for extension.

  MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Support training and development programs by assisting in preparation, creation of materials, and facilitation.
  • Assist with the full cycle recruiting process including employment verification, scheduling, and conducting interviews.
  • Help analyze various employee engagement surveys and data gathered to identify areas of improvement.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of employee engagement initiatives.
  • Help plan and coordinate staff events.
  • Design posters and draft communications for various projects and events.
  • Support mission engagement opportunities and programs for staff.
  • Assist in updating and maintaining employee communication channels.
  • Assist with various Human Resource projects both independently and as part of a team.

  OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES

  • Promote Peckham’s vision, values, and services to all customers and stakeholders.
  • Assist in maintaining organization wide quality standards.
  • Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
  • Other duties as assigned.

  SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

  This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program with a declared major in Human Resources, Communications, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related degree.
  • This individual must possess excellent interpersonal skills and enjoy cultural diversity in the workplace.
  • Must be dependable, detail oriented, professional and a self-starter.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to maintain confidentiality required.
  • Must be familiar with Microsoft Office, including MS Word, Outlook, and Excel.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Excel to analyze data and create charts and graphs

  PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Familiarity with or ability to learn Workday.
  • Graduate student preferred
  • Availability to attend various events

  PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities on a case-by-case basis.

  PECKHAM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

  EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled. Peckham provides equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

  REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR APPLYING NOTICE

  Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of your application please:

  • Click HERE and you will be directed to the ILRU Directory to find an agency in your area that can assist you
  • Click HERE and you will be directed to the American Jobs Center (AJC) finder to locate a center near you
  • Email us at careers@peckham.org
  • Call us at (517) 316-4000
  • Visit us at: 3510 Capital City BLVD, Lansing, MI 48906 (M-F 8am - 4pm)

  Examples of reasonable accommodations may include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

  Business Line:

  Human Resources

  Location:

  Lansing, MI

  Worker Sub-Type:

  Intern

• About the company

  Peckham, Inc., a nonprofit vocational rehabilitation organization, provides job training opportunities for persons with significant disabilities and other barriers to employment.

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