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Position Summary

The HR Operations Intern will support the HR Direct team by performing accurate data entry, maintaining documentation, and assisting with process compliance activities. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented individual looking to build a foundational career in HR Operations within a structured, tiered service delivery model. The intern will gain hands-on experience with HR systems and processes while supporting a high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform accurate and timely data entry into HR systems (e.g., Workday or equivalent HRIS)
  • Assist with the creation, maintenance, and organization of HR documentation and records
  • Support process compliance by following established procedures and flagging discrepancies for review
  • Respond to or route basic HR Operations inquiries in accordance with the team's service model
  • Conduct audits of employee records to ensure data accuracy and completeness
  • Support ad hoc HR Operations projects and initiatives as assigned

Qualifications

Required

  • Currently enrolled in or recently completed a degree program in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
  • Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

Preferred

  • Prior exposure to an HRIS platform (e.g., Workday)
  • Experience in an administrative, data entry, or HR support role
  • Familiarity with HR operations processes or service delivery models

What You'll Gain

  • Practical experience in a professional HR Operations environment
  • Exposure to end-to-end HR processes including onboarding, data management, and compliance
  • Mentorship and guidance from experienced HR Operations professionals
  • Understanding of tiered HR service delivery models and best practices

Alarm.com is an Equal Opportunity Employer

In connection with your application, we collect information that identifies, reasonably relates to or describes you (“Personal Information”). The categories of Personal Information that we may collect include your name, government-issued identification number(s), email address, mailing address, other contact information, emergency contact information, employment history, educational history, criminal record, and demographic information.  We collect and use those categories of Personal Information about you for human resources and other business management purposes, including identifying and evaluating you as a candidate for potential or future employment or future positions, recordkeeping in relation to recruiting and hiring, conducting criminal background checks as permitted by law, conducting analytics, and ensuring compliance with applicable legal requirements and Company policies.

Notice To Third Party Agencies:
Alarm.com understands the value of professional recruiting services. However, we are not accepting resumes from recruiters or employment agencies for this position. In the event we receive a resume or candidate referral for this position from a third-party recruiter or agency without a previously signed agreement, we reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to you. If you are interested in working with Alarm.com, please email your company information and standard agreement to RecruitingPartnerships@Alarm.com.

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