HR Immigration + Compliance Intern

Ferrovial

Posted 2 months ago

Internship

Austin, Texas

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The HR Intern will support daily HR operations, focusing on immigration compliance, employment eligibility verification, and record management. They will also assist with internal audits, staff communications, and PERM recruitment activities.

Qualifications

You have advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and exceptional written and verbal communication skills. You demonstrate strong organizational abilities and an interest in human resources, particularly in immigration and compliance processes.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Microsoft Office Suite

USCIS

Department of Labor

PERM recruitment

Job Description

Join Ferrovial: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity

Are you ready to elevate your career with a global leader in infrastructure solving complex problems and generating a positive outcome on people’s lives? At Ferrovial, we are not just a company; we are a community of innovators and trailblazers. Listed on three major stock markets: Nasdaq (US), Euronext Amsterdam (Netherlands) and IBEX 35 (Spain), we are also member of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and FTSE4Good. We operate in more than 15 countries and have a workforce of over 24,000 professionals worldwide., including Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy.

Ferrovial Construction is internationally recognized for its capacity to design and build civil engineering and construction projects, mainly in large transportation infrastructure. Its track-record to date includes more than 304 miles of tunnels, 11,930 miles of roads (including 2,485 miles of highways), 2920 miles of railroad lines (including 434 miles of high-speed railroads) and 16,994 miles of road maintenance and repair.

Why Ferrovial?

  • Global presence, local impact: Be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference.
  • Collaborative excellence: Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.    
  • Inclusive Culture: Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that values every voice, celebrates what makes us unique and turns differences into innovation.
  • Career growth: Benefit from global and cross-business unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth.
  • Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication and take advantage of initiatives designed to support your physical and psychological health.
  • Productivity tools: Utilize cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency.

Job Description:

Job Title: Human Resources Intern

General Overview:

The Human Resources Intern will play a vital role in supporting the daily operations of the HR department. This internship offers hands-on experience in various HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee record management, staff communications, and support for immigration and employment eligibility compliance activities (as applicable). The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a keen interest in advancing their knowledge of human resources in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

· Process new hire paperwork for immigration and compliance purposes, update employee records, and manage information changes efficiently

· Coordinate immigration-related documentation and timelines (as applicable) to help ensure employees are work-authorized and ready for a timely start date

· Support employment eligibility verification (Form I-9) processes by preparing packets, helping schedule verifications/reverifications, and ensuring documents are filed accurately and on time

· Maintain trackers for immigration and work authorization documentation (e.g., expirations, renewals) and escalate upcoming deadlines to the Immigration Manager

· Assist with internal audits and compliance requests by pulling supporting documentation, organizing records, and preparing summaries under supervision

· Serve as a point of contact for routine status updates on immigration-related administrative items and route complex questions to the appropriate HR team member or external counsel (as applicable)

· Coordinate with external immigration counsel (as applicable) by scheduling check-ins, relaying case updates, gathering requested documentation, and tracking outstanding items to support on-time filings

· Support the Immigration Manager with timely responses to USCIS and Department of Labor requests for further information by compiling documentation, tracking deadlines, and finalizing draft response packets for review

· Maintain Public Access Files (PAFs) for compliance purposes, including organizing required documentation, tracking posting timelines, and ensuring records are complete and up to date

· Maintain and update HR databases with accuracy and confidentiality

· Prepare, organize, and analyze reports related to HR metrics and activities

· Draft and distribute staff communications regarding HR migration and compliance policies, procedures, and updates

· Perform filing and document management tasks to support compliance and organization

· Support the Immigration Manager with PERM recruitment activities, including coordinating job postings, scheduling interviews, tracking recruitment steps, and maintaining required documentation

· Support the Immigration Manager with special projects and initiatives as needed

Qualifications and Requirements:

· HR experience is strongly preferred but not required

· Demonstrated interest in overall human resources

· Bilingual Spanish/English is a plus

· Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a professional demeanor

· Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and general computer applications

· Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities

· Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism

· Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education is preferred, but not required

Ferrovial Construction US Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Note: The Statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Seize the challenge. Move the world together! Innovative, creative, respectful, and diverse are some of the ways we describe ourselves. We are motivated by challenges, and we collaborate across our business units to move the world together. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here!

Ferrovial is an equal opportunity employer.  We treat all jobs applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, covered veteran status or protected genetic information (each, a “Protected Class”), or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.

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Ferrovial

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