About this role
<p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Name of the Project:</strong> PY Input Process</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Department:</strong> Business Excellence</span><br><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Intern’s Location (Office):</strong> GES Building</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Semester(s):</strong> 7th, 8th</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Careers of Interest:</strong> Business, HR, Industrial Engineering, or related fields</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Schedule Availability:</strong> Between 25 and 30 hours per week</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Period of Stay at CEMEX:</strong> 6 months, with the option of renewal</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Tentative Start Date:</strong> March 2nd, 2026</span></p> <hr> <h1><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Detailed Description of the Project</strong></span></h1> <h3><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Project Objective</strong></span></h3> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">The objective of this project is to design, standardize, and enable a single, centralized payroll input channel that consolidates all payroll-related inputs across locations, business units, and stakeholders.</span></p> <hr> <h3><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Challenges for the Student</strong></span></h3> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Understanding complex, multi‑country payroll processes</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Managing multiple payroll input sources (emails, spreadsheets, forms, systems)</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Dealing with inconsistent data formats and validation rules</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Aligning global standards with local payroll requirements</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Coordinating with multiple stakeholders (HR, Payroll, IT, Shared Services)</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ensuring data quality while working under strict timelines and deadlines</span></li> </ul> <hr> <h3><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Main Responsibilities and Activities</strong></span></h3> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Document current‑state (“as‑is”) payroll input processes</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Identify all payroll input types (e.g., hires, terminations, changes, time, bonuses, deductions)</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Map stakeholders involved in input creation, validation, and approval</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Define standardized payroll input categories and naming conventions</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Establish common data fields and mandatory validation rules</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Support the definition of global vs. local payroll inputs</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Support requirements gathering for workflow, approvals, and tracking</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Create clear process documentation and flow diagrams</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Participate in testing of the centralized input process</span></li> </ul> <hr> <h1><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Specific Requirements / Qualifications</strong></span></h1> <h3><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Skills, Competencies, and Knowledge Required</strong></span></h3> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program (Business, HR, Industrial Engineering, or related fields)</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Interest in HR operations, payroll, process improvement, or digital transformation</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ability to work with structured data (Excel, forms, reports)</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ability to work with confidential and sensitive information</span></li> </ul> <hr> <h3><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Additional Skills and Competencies</strong></span></h3> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Process analysis and problem‑solving</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Data validation and quality checks</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Basic understanding of HR and payroll concepts (or willingness to learn)</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Familiarity with process mapping techniques (e.g., flowcharts)</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Proficiency in Excel and documentation tools</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Exposure to workflow, ticketing, or dashboard tools (a plus)</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ability to learn new systems quickly</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Proactive attitude and continuous improvement mindset</span></li> </ul>