HR Benefits Intern

At AlixPartners, we solve the most complex and critical challenges by moving quickly from analysis to action when it really matters; creating value that has a lasting impact on companies, their people, and the communities they serve.By understanding, respecting, and honoring the needs of our employees, clients, and communities, AlixPartners actively promotes an inclusive environment. We strongly believe in the value that diversity brings to our experiences and are committed to the perpetual enhancements of initiatives, policies, and practices. We hold ourselves accountable by providing the space for authenticity, growth, and equity for everyone.

AlixPartners has embraced a hybrid work model to provide flexibility and support our employees' work-life integration. Our hybrid model combines a mix of in-person at an AlixPartners office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with remote working options for Monday and Friday.

What you'll do

The Benefits Intern will be a member of the team responsible for primarily U.S. and Canada based health and welfare benefit programs within the Firm. We are looking for a results-oriented, technical thinker who possesses a passion for helping others, is a high-energy team player and adaptive in a dynamic and changing environment.

The Intern is in Southfield, Michigan reporting to the Benefits Director. Paid relocation and benefits are not available for this position.

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  Support US benefits processes and procedures.

  
  
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  Assist with the administration of monthly billing, including preparing invoices, auditing and maintenance of benefit cost tracking.

  
  
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  Respond to general benefits questions, functions as self-service contact for ADP.

  
  
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  Correspond with vendors via email and telephone as needed

  
  
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  Process benefit program enrollments and updates internal benefits system and vendor sites.

  
  
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  Support the company annual Open Enrollment communications, system set-up, and employee approvals.

  
  
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  Assist with New Hire Orientation.

  
  
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  Assist with medical and parental leave programs.

  
  
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  Update employee personal information with benefits carriers and in internal benefits/payroll systems.

  
  
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  Benefits reporting contact, including new hire reports sent to vendors and semi-monthly payroll deduction changes sent to payroll prior to each pay period.

  
  
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  Assist with auditing reports and file feed data.

  
  
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  Process new hires, changes and terminations in benefit systems and vendor sites.

  
  
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  Additional responsibilities as identified. This description is not designed to encompass a comprehensive listing of required activities, duties, or responsibilities.

  
  

What you'll need

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  Currently enrolled in or a recent grad of an accredited University Human Resources program

  
  
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  Knowledge of HR practices, procedures, required documentation and compliance requirements highly preferred.

  
  
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  Experience with HR systems, preferably ADP - HRB, highly preferred.

  
  
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  Excellent analytical skills; proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

  
  
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  Excellent oral and written communication in English demonstrating a high level of confidentiality and customer focus.

  
  
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  Strong organizational skills with thorough attention to detail; must be able to prioritize and multi-task

  
  
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  Ability to work in a team-focused, collaborative environment as well as independently with a sense of urgency in a complex and changing working environment.

  
  
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  Core working hours are generally 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM, Monday - Friday; willingness to work outside of normal U.S. business hours, and as unique projects/needs arise.

  
  
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  Ability to work full time in an office and remote environment; physically able to sit/stand at a computer and work in front of a computer screen for significant portions of the workday.

  
  
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  Must become familiar with, and promote and abide by, our Core Values as defined by the AlixPartners'Code of Conduct and foster an inclusive environment with people at all levels of an organization.

  
  

MUST BE CURRENTLY AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES. NO VISA OR IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE, NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. (e.g., H-1B, STEM OPT, TN, etc.)

AlixPartners is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability. AlixPartners is a proud Silver award-winning Veteran Friendly Employer.

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