Intern - Human Resources

About CORE
CORE Electric Cooperative is the largest member-owned electric distribution cooperative in Colorado dedicated to providing reliable, affordable, clean, and safe electric service to our communities. With a commitment to innovation and member satisfaction, we strive to meet the evolving needs of our members while maintaining the highest standards of service excellence.

Job Summary

The purpose of an internship at CORE is to provide students with the opportunity to gain human resources exposure and business acumen within the utility and energy industry. The successful candidate selected for this position will support the People Operations Department by performing a variety of tasks and projects in multiple HR functions such as benefits, talent acquisition, onboarding, and learning and development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with various human resources projects such as program administration, process improvement, documentation, records management, and data analysis. This may include projects involving job descriptions, employee file conversion, and/or benefit files.
• Support various disciplines of human resources: talent acquisition and selection, performance management, benefits, and learning and development.
• Conduct general office and administrative duties, as assigned.
• Assist the Talent Acquisition team with various projects and functions, as assigned.
• Assist with applicant tracking in the Dayforce HCM system.
• Assist with logistical details and requirements associated with interview scheduling.
• Respond (by email, phone and in person) to requests made by candidates, new hires, and CORE employees.
• Support the preparation of New Hire Orientation, as needed.
• Assist with the completion of pre-employment screening and on-boarding activities, as needed.
• Interact effectively with CORE team members daily. Share opinions and ask questions relevant to the work and/or his or her study program.
• Work independently on assigned tasks with some supervisory oversight.
• Collaborate with People Operations team members on assigned tasks and projects.
• Maintain confidentiality and represent the People Operations Department in a professional manner.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance and perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications of Position

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent certificate.
• Requires current enrollment in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program related to Human Resources or a related discipline.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Proficient with general office equipment.

Knowledge and Skills

• Integrity: Exhibits a high degree of integrity and honesty.
• Diplomacy: Able to use appropriate diplomacy and tact with employees, members, customers, and other contacts.
• Critical Thinking: Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Active Listening: Give full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Active Learning: Understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Problem Solving: Identify problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Time Management: Manage one’s own time and/or the time of others.
• Troubleshooting: Determine causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
• Learning Strategies: Select and use training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
• The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (as in typical office or administrative work).

Note: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned.

Application Timeline
The application deadline for this job is estimated to be 5/1/2026. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs, the availability of qualified candidates, and whether the role is filled or not. We encourage qualified candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss out on opportunities.

CORE is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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• Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled
• We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap or disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran in accordance with federal law. If you need assistance, please reach out to us at hr@core.coop