The Future Talent Program features internships that last up to 12 weeks and will include one or more projects.&nbsp;These opportunities in our Global Support Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals.
The Human Resources organization seeks Masters’ level students in Human Resources Management, Industrial and Labor Relations, I/O Psychology, Business or relevant related area, for a full-time, 3-month internship.
Responsibilities include working both independently and with other HR professionals. Projects and assignments will be customized based on candidate’s interest and business needs, but may include:
<ul>
<li>Providing Employee Relations consultation, subject matter expertise, tools and resources to managers of U.S. non-bargaining employees on performance management/ improvement and conflict resolution matters.</li>
<li>Participate in the execution of our company’s talent strategies and solutions, including talent attraction, development, and retention solutions.</li>
<li>Participate on an HR Operations project related to a key program or project priority for HR, inclusive of strategic planning, project management and communications.</li>
<li>Participate in the execution of key initiatives in support of the company’s Global Diversity &amp; Inclusion strategy.</li>
<li>Involvement in projects focused on compensation solutions for our company’s divisions and functions and/or use of workforce analytics to drive solutions to address business needs.</li>
<li>Involvement in the ongoing reimagination, creation and planning of global learning strategies in support of unique client areas and geographies.</li>
<li>Providing HR Business partner support to select areas of the business, in areas such as organization change, analytics, talent management and project management</li>
</ul>
Required:
<ul>
<li>Currently enrolled Masters’ level student in the disciplines of Human Resources Management, Industrial and Labor Relations, I/O Psychology, Business or relevant related area, who has completed at least 1 year of coursework at time of internship</li>
<li>Ability to work full time on-site at one of our New Jersey or Pennsylvania campuses</li>
<li>High level of organization &amp; attention to detail</li>
<li>Strong verbal and written communication skills</li>
<li>Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word</li>
<li>Ability to work independently</li>
<li>Skill in probing and proactively asking the right questions to get needed information</li>
</ul>
Preferred:
<ul>
<li>One previous internship completed or relevant work experience</li>
</ul>
Please note that this position may be closed before the posted end date or may remain open longer, at the discretion of the company.
Salary range: The salary range for this role is $39,908 - $111,111 ​USD
FTP2027
GSF2027
Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
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US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:
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Employee Status:
Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)
Relocation:
No relocation
VISA Sponsorship:
No
Travel Requirements:
No Travel Required
Flexible Work Arrangements:
Hybrid
Shift:
Not Indicated
Valid Driving License:
No
Hazardous Material(s):
n/a
Job Posting End Date:
11/20/2026
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2027 Future Talent Program - Human Resources - Intern

2027 Future Talent Program - Human Resources - Intern

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