Labor and Investigations HR Internship

We are dedicated to growing a culture of belonging through our values: Respect | Trust | Diversity | Inclusion | Equity This internship opportunity is unpaid. At the Department of Licensing (DOL) , we recognize the importance of work life harmony and strive to create a culture where employees feel valued and respected. Employees are trusted and encouraged to be a part of process improvements that impact their work, create value for our customers and help build trust in our government.

The Labor and Investigations team within the Human Resources Division is currently recruiting for an intern to learn and support labor and investigations activities. We are one of the most public facing state agencies and the second largest revenue generating agency in Washington State. We regularly interact with over 6 million Washington residents. We advance public safety and consumer protection through licensing, regulation, and education, and collect over $3 billion in revenue.

If you are committed to advancing fair, consistent, and equitable workplace investigations and union contract practices that support organizational effectiveness and public trust, we invite you to apply! Examples of Duties The Labor and Investigations unit supports the Department of Licensing by helping address workplace concerns and navigate labor relations. As the HR Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in public sector human resources while learning how workplace investigations and labor-management relationships support the agency and its employees.

You will work under direct supervision, with a mentor or supervisor reviewing your work and providing feedback throughout the internship. Some of what you will do: Organize investigative case files, review supporting records, and help maintain timelines and tracking logs. Observe investigative interviews and meetings, take detailed notes, and assist with preparing interview questions. Help draft and proofread investigative summaries, routine correspondence, and other documents for staff review.

Research agency policies, procedures, and collective bargaining agreements, and summarize relevant findings. Coordinate meeting and interview schedules and prepare agendas and supporting materials. Maintain confidential records and support administrative tasks and special projects related to labor relations and workplace investigations. Qualifications What you will bring: Basic computer skills, including using email, creating and editing Word documents, entering and organizing information in Excel, and communicating through tools such as Microsoft Teams.

The ability to: Understand and follow agency values of respect, trust, diversity, equity, and inclusion through your behaviors and decisions. Promote and support a respectful, equitable, and inclusive workplace and delivery of services. Handle sensitive employee and investigation information with confidentiality and care. Follow directions, organize information, and pay attention to detail. Take action to learn and grow, ask questions, and apply feedback.

Take action to meet the needs of others. What will set you apart: Current enrollment in a human resources or related educational program. Experience working with policies, regulations, or union contracts. Additional Requirements of Employment Prior to a new hire, a pre-employment screening, including criminal record history, will be conducted. Information from the pre-employment check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.

This internship is on-site and requires a minimum of eight hours per week at our Thurston County locations. Additional hours may be available. Please consider your ability to work this minimum schedule Monday through Friday during business hours before applying. DOL is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.

For information about available accommodations, the interview process, or the position contact Kyle Odell . Supplemental Information Come join us in changing the way government delivers services and help build a legacy of commitment to and excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion! How to Apply: Select the apply button at the top of this job announcement. Incomplete applications will disqualify you from eligibility for the position.

Please ensure all application areas, including supplemental questions and attachments are fully completed. You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our award-winning diverse and inclusive organization. We value diverse perspectives and life experiences. We employ and serve people of all backgrounds including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, and veterans.

We value the unique traits and attributes that each employee brings to the job. Through the diverse perspectives of an inclusive workforce, we will create a more respectful, productive, and unified team to better serve the public of Washington. Veteran/Military Spouse Preference Notice To take advantage of your veteran / military spouse preference please attach documentation of eligibility to your application. The Washington State Department of Licensing is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex (including gender identity), marital status, sexual orientation, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability.

Persons requiring accommodation in the application process, during the recruitment process, or who need this job announcement in an alternative format, may contact the Human Resources Office at 360-902-4000 or may email [email protected]. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call our ASL interpreter via Video Phone at 360.339.7344. The candidate pool certified from this recruitment may be used to fill future similar vacancies for up to sixty days.

We do not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov .