Name of the project: py input process
department: business excellence
intern’s location (office): ges building
semester(s): 7th, 8th
careers of interest: business, hr, industrial engineering, or related fields
schedule availability: between 25 and 30 hours per week
period of stay at cemex: 6 months, with the option of renewal
tentative start date: march 2nd, 2026
detailed description of the project
project objective
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.
Challenges for the student
understanding complex, multi‑country payroll processes
managing multiple payroll input sources (emails, spreadsheets, forms, systems)
dealing with inconsistent data formats and validation rules
aligning global standards with local payroll requirements
coordinating with multiple stakeholders (hr, payroll, it, shared services)
ensuring data quality while working under strict timelines and deadlines
main responsibilities and activities
document current‑state ("as‑is") payroll input processes
identify all payroll input types (e.g., hires, terminations, changes, time, bonuses, deductions)
map stakeholders involved in input creation, validation, and approval
define standardized payroll input categories and naming conventions
establish common data fields and mandatory validation rules
support the definition of global vs. local payroll inputs
support requirements gathering for workflow, approvals, and tracking
create clear process documentation and flow diagrams
participate in testing of the centralized input process
specific requirements / qualifications
skills, competencies, and knowledge required
currently enrolled in a bachelor’s program (business, hr, industrial engineering, or related fields)
interest in hr operations, payroll, process improvement, or digital transformation
ability to work with structured data (excel, forms, reports)
strong attention to detail and analytical mindset
ability to work with confidential and sensitive information
additional skills and competencies
process analysis and problem‑solving
data validation and quality checks
basic understanding of hr and payroll concepts (or willingness to learn)
familiarity with process mapping techniques (e.g., flowcharts)
proficiency in excel and documentation tools
exposure to workflow, ticketing, or dashboard tools (a plus)
ability to learn new systems quickly
proactive attitude and continuous improvement mindset
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