Employee Relations Intern

At Republic Finance, we are building a leading consumer lending company. In business for over 70 years, we are proud to be a trusted lender in over 300 communities across the US! We specialize in providing flexible lending solutions and outstanding customer service. Driven by our shared mission to pursue excellence for our team, our customers, and our performance, Republic Finance is continuously improving our customer offerings in tandem with opening branches in new states each year. We also regularly promote from within and enjoy giving back to the communities we serve. In a nutshell, our company culture is about helping customers, investing in our employee's future, and ensuring that our overall performance makes an impact on our community.

The Employee Relations Intern is a part-time, non-exempt position located in the corporate headquarters office in Baton Rouge, LA. This position provides administrative support to the Employee Relations Department. This position reports to the Employee Relations Manager. Incumbent into this position will work under close supervision and will follow mainly pre-established guidelines that are clerical in nature. While this position is entry level and mostly involves administrative duties, it is a great opportunity to be exposed to the functions of an Employee Relations Department including recognition, corrective action, investigations, exit surveys, data analysis, engagement and inclusivity. Job responsibilities are as follows:

• Performs monthly and quarterly reporting for the department
• Processes and files performance management and recognition documentation
• Assists with processing exit interviews
• Monitors and assists with department mailbox
• Provides assistance in investigations as needed
• Responds to employee inquiries as needed
• Assists with current and new initiatives (i.e., engagement, inclusivity)
• Other duties as assigned

• Ideal candidate will be in their Junior or Senior year working toward a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field and have a schedule that will allow for working a minimum of 20 hours a week.
• Desire to work in Employee Relations or in a HR Generalist position in a growing company
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (strong skills required), PowerPoint and other Microsoft Office Products
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong customer service skills and attention to detail
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Detail-oriented and an ability to be resourceful when necessary
• Must pass a credit check, criminal Background check and a drug screen.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including: 

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) to start + 1 additional personal holiday
• 401k + employer match
• Company provided Life Insurance & Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program - Confidential mental health support

Additional benefits with Republic Finance include:

• Employee of the Month Program
• Philanthropic support for charities such as Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and the American Cancer Society
• Regular drawings for Sports tickets
• Professional offices with a friendly team environment

Republic Finance, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age disability or veteran status in employment opportunities and benefits. Republic Finance, LLC maintains a Drug-Free Workplace.