Intern, Benefits at Securitas Security Services

United States

JOB SUMMARY: Securitas is a dynamic and innovative Security company dedicated to making the world a safer place. We believe in fostering talent and providing opportunities for growth. We offer students the opportunity to spend a summer working at one of Securitas’ US Operating Centers. This internship program offers undergraduate students with real-world application of business within the North America Shared Services organization. You will participate in an 11-week, remote internship, working  32-40 hours per week. As a Benefits Intern, you will be an integral part of our team, contributing to real-world projects and gaining valuable experience in the field of HR/Benefits. You will have an opportunity to share new perspectives, fresh ideas, specialized strengths, and technical skills to help grow our business.  Successful completion of the internship program could lead to a return internship for the following summer or employment at the organization in the future. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: •    Benefits Administration: Supports certain employee health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plans, leave administration, tuition reimbursement, and/or wellness programs. Helps to ensure employee benefits are administered accurately and in a timely manner. •    Communication: Helps to ensure the company's most recent policies and educational materials are available for employees to gain information about their benefit offerings and, generally, that employees know where to go to get their questions answered. •    Vendor Relations: Works with external vendors to coordinate meetings and helps to resolve any employee issues in coordination with the Benefits team. •    Data Management: Reviews reports that track benefits usage, costs, and trends. •    Process Improvement: Helps to review and improve benefits administration processes for efficiency and employee satisfaction, working with the Benefits Administration (RBA) and Benefits Operations (HRIS) teams.  •    Other duties as assigned by management MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT ENTRY: Additional qualifications may be specified and receive preference, depending upon the nature of the position. Education/Experience: •   High school diploma or GED •   Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master’s degree in human resources, business administration or related field    Competencies (as demonstrated through experience, training, and/or testing): •    Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities •    High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities •    Basic knowledge of benefits administration practices, process and techniques.  •    Familiarity with Excel, ideally including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables •    Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information •    Effective communication; ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders •    Effective collaboration skills in working with teams and internal/external stakeholders •    Excellent planning, organization, and time management skills  •    Analytical mindset with a keen attention to detail •    Proven ability to solve problems and think critically •    Action-oriented   BENEFITS: • Hands-on experience in a dynamic and growth-oriented environment. • Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals. • Networking opportunities within the industry.   WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS: With or without reasonable accommodation, a candidate must have the physical and mental capacity to effectively perform all essential functions described. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include: • Maintaining composure in dealing with authorities, executives, clients, staff and the public, occasionally under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations • Must undergo and meet company standards for background and reference checks, controlled substance testing, and behavioral selection survey  • Handling and being exposed to sensitive and confidential information • Travel: 0-10% • Work location is remote   Securitas is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.   Our Company Mission: Securitas’ mission is to protect homes, workplaces, and communities by providing the security services they need to protect their assets, safeguard their people, and maintain their ability to generate profits. Our Values: Securitas’ core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are the foundation for our employees to build trust with customers, colleagues, and the surrounding community. Integrity: Securitas employees are honest and trusted by customers to safeguard their premises and valuables. We don’t compromise on integrity and create an open forum for our employees and customers to voice opinions, report improprieties, and share information.  Vigilance: Seeing, hearing, and evaluating. A Securitas employee is always attentive and often notices things that others don’t. Their vigilance is necessary in order to be aware of potential risks or incidents that may take place on our customers’ premises. Helpfulness: As part of an on-going effort to ensure safety, Securitas employees are always ready to help if an incident occurs that requires intervention regardless of whether or not it is directly related to their job.