Job Description

Posted:

August 8, 2025

Closed:

August 15, 2025

JOB POSTING

Human Resources Internship McLaughlin Branch

Under the guidance of the Human Resources Business Partner, the intern will provide support to the Human Resources team at the Oshawa Public Libraries.

Classification:

Human Resources Intern

Hourly Rate:

$17.20

Reports to:

Manager, Human Resources and Labour Relations

Hours:

Up to 12 hours per week. Business hours: Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM

Contract Length:

Start: September 2, 2025 - End: December 19, 2025

General Description of Duties:

Assist and work directly with the Human Resources Generalist and Human Resources Assistant in completing delegated HR tasks.

Compile and present memos, letters, proposals, and reports professionally and accurately.

Participate in Labour Relations activities.

Screen job candidates and participate in the recruitment process, including; interviews, reference checks and onboarding.

Research and develop organizational policies and procedures.

Assist with staff forecasting to support Human Resources planning.

Participate in delivering the Human Resources orientation program for new employees.

Update and maintain employee files.

Update Human Resources records and Oshawa Public Libraries HRIS.

Archiving and shredding of Human Resources documents.

Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities required:

Attention to detail.

Good proficiency in Microsoft Word.

Ability to take initiative.

Ability to work independently and within a team.

Willingness to learn and embrace change.

Maintain confidentiality.

Required Qualification & Education:

Intern must be enrolled in a designated post-secondary institution with a concentration in Human Resources Management and/or Labour Relations degree or diploma. Intern should be able to take direction well from others and be willing to learn all areas of Human Resources.

A Criminal Record Check is required.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The Oshawa Public Libraries is committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We uphold our values of diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racism in the delivery of our services and in our workplace. The Oshawa Public Libraries encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical employment barriers to equity, this is including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and Racialized Groups, People with Disabilities, Women and Persons within the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

Accommodation

The Oshawa Public Libraries is an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require Code-protected accommodation, through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted by Human Resources. Personal information provided is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Interested applicants are requested to submit a current resume and cover letter quoting "Human Resources Intern". Only applicants who meet the required qualifications will be interviewed.

Job Type: Internship / Co-op
Contract length: 4 months

Pay: $17.20 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Flexible schedule On-site parking
Education:

Secondary School (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-06-24