Human Resources Intern

Description

We seek a Human Resources Intern to join our dynamic team in the summer of 2026 and gain hands-on experience in HR as it relates to the construction industry. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to real-world HR efforts and build skills in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

At JTM Construction, we believe in providing internships with meaningful work and opportunities to set the foundation for a future career in the field. We will provide you with an opportunity to gain experience with recruiting, onboarding new employees, employee engagement, working in an HRIS, and general HR administration. You will receive guidance from experienced HR professionals in a collaborative and supportive work environment.

At JTM, we believe in a culture where every team member plays a role in our collective success. Through our OneJTM initiative, we emphasize inclusion, communication, and a shared commitment to excellence across all departments, whether in the field or the office. As part of our team, you'll contribute to this culture of unity and quality service.

The hourly pay rate for this position is $29.00. This is a temporary, non-exempt position located in the Georgetown neighborhood of Seattle. earning required Washington sick pay and paid holidays during the duration of the internship, but no other benefits are offered. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with the recruitment process, including posting job ads, screening resumes, and scheduling interviews.
• Prepare welcome boxes and coordinate Day 1 lunches for new hires as needed.
• Maintain and update employee records in our HR system.
• Assist with coordinating team activities and events.
• Assist in day-to-day support needs between employees and HR.
• Manage the HR Inbox, responding to employee inquiries or escalating questions
• Make thoughtful contributions to projects or problem-solving
• Support additional HR-related duties as needed.

Requirements

 DESIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Pursuing a degree in Human Resource, Business Administration or related field, with previous experience in an office setting and/or HR role preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams)
• Excellent organizational and verbal/written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn 
• Ability to handle employee information with integrity and strict confidentiality
• Passion for people and customer service focus
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug test and criminal background check
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Regular, predictable attendance is required.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• The ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Ability to remain in stationary position at a computer terminal for an extended period.
• Operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy machine, and computer printer.
• Productive in an office environment that is subject to frequent interruptions including moderate noise (i.e., business office with computers, phone, and printers, light traffic).
• Must be able to wear personal protective gear.
• Light to moderate lifting may be required.
• Occasionally move about inside the office. 

 JTM Construction, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and fully complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. All aspects of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.