Benjamin Parma Email & Phone Number

Lancaster, Pa, Us

Reading, Pa, Us

State College, Pennsylvania, Us

As an HR Intern at The Applied Research Laboratory, I played a pivotal role in enhancing communication and documentation within the HR department and across various organizational functions. I managed the HR inbox, efficiently handling a high volume of emails and inquiries from employees, job candidates, and other stakeholders by prioritizing messages based on urgency and relevance, and routing them to the appropriate team members for prompt and accurate responses. I developed and distributed detailed agendas for HR meetings, including those with cross-functional teams and leadership, and meticulously recorded meeting discussions, decisions, and action items. My responsibilities also included coordinating and facilitating regular drumbeat meetings, such as those involving multiple organizations and groups across ARL and the Penn State facility, managing logistics, preparing agendas, and ensuring stakeholder engagement.

Göteborg, Se

During my internship with The Volvo Group at their Mack Trucks facility, I gained valuable experience in a wide range of Human Resources functions. I was responsible for creating and documenting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to enhance HR processes and ensure consistency across the department. I actively supported job fairs and recruitment events by preparing materials, managing logistics, and engaging with candidates to convey the company’s values and opportunities. In the recruitment process, I assisted with posting job openings, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and conducting both phone and in-person interviews, providing detailed feedback to the HR team. My proficiency in Excel allowed me to manage and analyze HR data effectively, including tracking applicants and generating reports. Additionally, I worked closely with local union representatives to handle employee grievances, documenting cases, tracking progress, and facilitating communication between management and the union to resolve labor-related issues. This experience provided me with a comprehensive understanding of HR operations and enhanced my skills in both administrative and interpersonal aspects of the role.

State College, Pennsylvania, Us

As an Administrative Assistant at The Applied Research Laboratory, I managed a range of critical responsibilities that supported the efficiency of the organization. I developed and implemented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for travel, ensuring consistency and compliance across all travel arrangements. I created detailed travel documents and managed travel bookings, coordinating with vendors and handling any issues that arose. My role also involved overseeing expense management, including processing travel-related expenses and reconciling reports. In addition to these duties, I performed various administrative tasks, such as maintaining records and supporting day-to-day office operations. I utilized Workday to update and maintain accurate job descriptions, contributing to the organization's HR and operational accuracy. My experience in these areas honed my organizational skills and attention to detail, ensuring smooth and effective administrative support.

Washington, Dc, Us

During my time in the Air Force, I was responsible for a range of critical tasks that ensured the effective operation and management of aircrew and aircraft. I scheduled aircrew training and aircraft sorties, maintaining accurate mission information and monitoring individual flight requirements and unit flying hours. I meticulously tracked aviation requirement changes and managed control and accountability for ARMS data and aircrew capabilities. Additionally, I prepared and processed aeronautical and military pay orders, as well as flight authorizations. I developed validation processes to ensure that aircrew members met daily aircraft safety and physical requirements. My role involved extensive database entry, records management, and handling highly confidential paperwork, all while supporting training programs and maintaining precise records to uphold operational readiness and compliance.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Labor And Human Resources

Minor, History