Human Resources Intern

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Job Description:

Job Summary

The Human Resources Intern provides administrative, analytical, and operational support to Human Resources Business Partners and HR leadership while gaining hands-on experience across employee relations, compliance, workforce administration, performance management, compensation, and HR operations. This role partners with field employees, supervisors, and business leaders to support day-to-day HR activities, including personnel transactions, leave administration, employee data management, compliance initiatives, and workforce reporting. The internship offers meaningful exposure to HR Business Partner responsibilities within a fast-paced operational environment while developing knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, employee engagement, and strategic human resources processes.

Responsibilities

• Assists with day-to-day employee relations and Human Resources Business Partner activities across field operations.
• Supports personnel transactions, employee data changes, crew changes, and maintenance of HR records.
• Assists with leave of absence administration, accommodation requests, return-to-work processes, and related employee communications.
• Supports compliance activities including I-9 audits, employment documentation reviews, and personnel file maintenance.
• Assists with tracking and administration of employee disciplinary documentation, safety-related actions, and policy compliance initiatives.
• Supports unemployment claim administration and documentation gathering for agency responses.
• Assists with drug testing administration, background screening processes, and onboarding compliance requirements.
• Participates in employee performance management activities, including preparation of performance evaluation materials and reporting.
• Supports compensation and pay-related analyses, including data collection and reporting for compensation reviews.
• Assists with employee recognition programs, service anniversary initiatives, and employee engagement activities.
• Completes HR analytics, workforce reporting, and data analysis projects to support operational and business decisions.
• Develops knowledge of employment law, HR policies, employee relations practices, and compliance standards within the energy industry.
• Collaborates with HR Business Partners, HR Managers, Operations Leadership, and employees to support Human Resources initiatives.
• Creates and presents key takeaways from internship assignments, including business impacts, learning outcomes, and professional development objectives.
• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

Job Qualifications

• Active enrollment and pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources or related field.
• Availability to work full-time (40 hours per week) during the summer (early June through early August).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, able to interact with personnel at all levels of the organization.
• Must hold high standard of confidentiality.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Customer service oriented.
• Detail oriented with strong time-management and organizational skills.
• Can maintain professionalism when representing the organization.
• Experience using Microsoft Office products.
• Willing to physically work in Midland, Texas.

Physical Demands

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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, or walk; use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop or bend; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 lbs.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in some work environments can be moderate.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted, as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications required by employees assigned to this job.

ProPetro is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.