HR Intern

Kickstart your career in Human Resources with Schneider Electric! As an HR Intern based in Lexington, Kentucky, you'll gain hands-on experience supporting core HR initiatives while partnering closely with the local Human Resources team. This opportunity is designed for students passionate about people, data, process improvement, and talent acquisition.

About the role

Throughout the internship, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that impact employee experience, talent strategies, and HR operations while developing foundational skills in HR, recruiting, analytics, and project management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate a file conversion project to improve document organization, accessibility, and compliance within HR systems.
• Participate in HR pilot programs and provide thoughtful, actionable feedback to support continuous improvement efforts for the Lexington HR Team.
• Support Talent Acquisition activities, including candidate engagement, interview coordination, recruiting event preparation, and administrative processes.
• Analyze and manage HR data to identify trends, maintain data accuracy, and support reporting needs.
• Assist with employee engagement initiatives and HR programs throughout the site.
• Partner with HR team members on special projects that support business and employee objectives.
• Maintain confidentiality while handling employee information and sensitive data.
• Support process documentation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

• Communication: Communicate effectively with employees, candidates, leaders, and HR partners in both written and verbal formats.
• Organization & Attention to Detail: Manage multiple projects, deadlines, and data sets while maintaining a high degree of accuracy.
• Data Analysis: Interpret HR data, identify trends, and provide insights that support business decisions.
• Problem Solving: Approach challenges with curiosity and develop practical solutions to improve processes and employee experiences.
• Collaboration: Work effectively across teams and build strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Adaptability: Thrive in a fast-paced environment while balancing changing priorities and project needs.
• Confidentiality & Professionalism: Handle sensitive employee information with integrity and discretion.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, Psychology, Communications, or a related field.
• Expected graduation date of May 2027 or later.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to analyze data and present findings in a clear, meaningful way.
• Demonstrated leadership through coursework, campus organizations, work experience, or volunteer activities.
• Ability to work onsite in Lexington, Kentucky throughout the internship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous internship, work, leadership, or campus involvement experience.
• Experience working with data, reporting tools, or spreadsheets.
• Interest in Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, HR Operations, or Organizational Development.
• Familiarity with HR systems or recruiting platforms is a plus.

Benefits

• Meaningful, hands-on Human Resources experience supporting a global organization.
• Direct exposure to HR operations, recruiting, employee engagement, and strategic projects.
• Opportunities to lead impactful initiatives that support employees and business outcomes.
• Mentorship from experienced HR professionals.
• Development of analytical, project management, and professional communication skills.
• Networking opportunities across Schneider Electric's HR and business functions.
• Experience working in an inclusive, innovative, and collaborative culture.

Pay

For this U.S.-based position, the expected pay range is USD $22.50 - $27.00 per hour. Individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Schneider Electric does not provide immigration sponsorship for this position now or in the future.