Human Resources Internship

Running head: INTERNSHIP REFLECTION

Internship Experience Reflection

Huiran Mu

Elmhurst College

Table Content

Abstract 3

Introduction 4

Expectations 4 Prior to Internship 4 Beyond My Expectations 5

Selection Process 5 General Process 5 Screening Resumes 6 Importance of determining personality traits and Organizational Citizenship Behaciors (OCBs) during selection process 6 Selection Decisions 8 Difficulties Encourtered 9

Job Description Development 11 MQ Development 12 Validity and Reliability Concern 13

Difficulties Encountered During Internship 14

What I learned From the Internship 16

Recommendations 17

Reference List 19

Abstract

This paper talks about my internship experience with Maryville Academy-Scott Nolan Center, where I supported the HR department and organizational initiatives. Scott Nolan Center provides therapy and support for children in need of acute psychiatric care. During my internship, I gained knowledge and skills in recruiting processes including resume screening, conducting interviews, and preparing new-hiring documents. In addition to these HR activities I also helped develope several job descriptions and gained knowledge of workers’ compensation forms and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). I learned concepts of these legal forms and how to file them at work. My problem-solving skills and presentation skills were improved during the internship.

Introduction

I applied for the Human Resources internship at Maryville Academy-Scott Nolan Center through the website indeed.com. During my internship with Maryville Academy-Scott Nolan Center, I supported the HR department and organizational initiatives. My responsibilities with recruiting initiatives included initial resume screening and on-boarding. Positions I screened for included but were not limited to mental health counselor, staff nurse, utility manager and receptionist. I also supported

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