2027 Summer Internship - Human Resources Rotation (NYC)

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for an HR Intern to join the HarperCollins People Team! This internship will provide you with exposure to various HR functions, allowing you to gain a comprehensive understanding of HR operations and practices. You will rotate through different HR specialties, including recruitment, employee lifecycle, employee relations, training and development, diversity and inclusion, and HR administration.

Responsibilities

• Assist in posting job openings, managing applications, and coordinating interviews; help organize recruitment events and outreach efforts.
• Support the onboarding & offboarding process for new hires and departing employees, preparing materials and assisting with orientation sessions.
• Assist with employee and managerial inquiries in partnership with the People Team; take detailed notes during intake calls and update the tracker.
• Participate in the planning and coordination of training programs; track attendance and feedback.
• Help plan and coordinate diversity and inclusion initiatives, such as workshops, information sessions, or awareness campaigns; support employee engagement surveys and analyze results.
• Maintain employee records, prepare reports, and update HR databases; assist in administration of employee benefits programs and respond to employee inquiries.

Qualifications

• Eligible if available to work full‑time in 2027 or 2028; open to rising seniors, recent graduates, master’s students, or entry‑level candidates with up to 1 year of work experience.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an undergraduate or master’s program; a passion for books is highly valued.
• Currently pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Basic understanding of HR principles and practices preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Positive attitude and eagerness to learn.

Pay

Compensation for this internship is $18 per hour.

Schedule

Candidates must be available to work in our NYC office from Monday – Thursday for a total of 28 hours per week, from June 7 – August 12, 2027.