Human Resources Center for Learning and Leadership/HR Intern
Baylor University, Human Resources
Description of Office
The Human Resources team at Baylor University reflects the university’s mission and strives to educate men and
women for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within
a caring community. We look for those individuals that not only want to be a part of the Baylor mission but want to
help shape that experience for future generations. As a Christian institution of research and scholarship, we
believe an atmosphere of diversity and inclusion is essential to academic excellence and seek to build a community
whose members have diverse cultures, backgrounds, and life experiences.
The HR department endeavors to build upon the strengths of managers and employees in order to develop a
culture of excellence. It fosters an environment of continuous learning, professional growth, and organizational
effectiveness through learning and development opportunities and solutions at individual, team and organizational
levels.
Responsibilities/Projects
This internship is project based with an emphasis on the intern taking an active role in the projects and work
assigned and having work products to show potential future employers as a demonstration of real world HR
experience. There are several potential projects listed below with more in the works. It is expected interns will be
available to work 20 hours a week.
Possible projects
 Cataloging and organizing the HR Center for Learning & Leadership Resource collection (books, videos, etc.).
This includes creating the catalog and entering into our Learning Management System, posting information on
our website, and determining the best way to market the resources to Baylor’s employees.
 Creating an intake session for recruiters to use with hiring managers to discuss open positions and determine
how to best communicate and market the positions.
 Identifying and documenting HR best practices.
 Creating a communication strategy, process, and templates.
 Reviewing HR policies and recommending updates.
 Assisting with the development of HR metrics.
 Benefit projects to include Audits, Reporting, and Communication.
Requirements
 Editing and superior writing skills
 Organization
 Ability to work in a fast paced environment
 Ability to collaborate within a team environment
 Problem solving skills
 Availability to work 20 hours a week
Revised November 11, 2015