SUMMER INTERN - HUMAN RESOURCES

Job Description

COMPANY:

Through relentless determination and ingenuity, Steve Madden grew from what started as a small team operating in a factory in Queens, NY to an iconic fashion powerhouse that makes footwear, apparel, and accessories available to millions of fashion-seekers across the globe. Over the years, our success has come from building diverse teams that always have their fingers on the pulse of what’s next, whether it be the latest trends emerging on the streets of NYC or the importance of creating fashion sustainably. You’ll be working alongside expressive, ambitious people, many of whom have been a part of our team from the very beginning. Our employees describe our culture as fast-paced and entrepreneurial; we look for people who have an eye for great ideas, the tenacity and confidence to pursue them, and the humility to learn and evolve.

Summer Internship: Create a best-in-class summer internship that includes a well-rounded view of the retail/wholesale industry, an immersive understanding of the culture at Steve Madden, and real-world experience of what a full-time role looks like.

Please note the following:

• 8 week Program running from June 11th - August 6th. Interns must be present for all 8 weeks in office.
• This is a paid internship. Compensation is $16 per hour
• Interns are responsible for all arrangements of housing and travel

Major Responsibilities:

• Cross-train and support in all areas of human resources (Onboarding, Recruiting, Payroll and Benefits).
• Support with internship program (Coordinate communications and answer questions).
• Under direct supervision, work on different projects for each HR area (reporting, organizing, among other initiatives).

Specific Job Skills: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Under limited supervision, anticipates and solves problems for self
• Under general direction, examines moderately complex information and/or situations and prepares summary, including recommendations for review by others.
• Work responsibilities frequently concern confidential and/or sensitive information requiring the use of discretion
• Teamwork and cooperation are essential to the successful completion of own and other’s job duties.
• Ability to understand and follow somewhat complex verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively with others.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.
• Detail oriented with excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills

This job description does not alter in any way the employment-at-will nature of the employment relationship, nor does it constitute a contract of employment between the job incumbent and the organization.

*This internship is located in LIC, Queens*