Intern, HR

Blue Bird (NASDAQ: BLBD) is recognized as a technology leader and innovator of school buses since its founding in 1927. Our dedicated team members design, engineer and manufacture school buses with a singular focus on safety, reliability, and durability. School buses carry the most precious cargo in the world – 25 million children twice a day – making them the most trusted mode of student transportation. The company is the proven leader in low- and zero-emission school buses with more than 25,000 propane, natural gas, and electric powered buses sold. Blue Bird is transforming the student transportation industry through cleaner energy solutions.

About the role

This role is ideal for students who are passionate about HR and eager to gain hands-on experience in areas such as:

• Talent Acquisition
• Total Rewards
• HR Operations
• Employee Engagement & Culture
• Projects & Compliance

Responsibilities

• Handle confidential information with professionalism
• Work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Anticipate and understand customer needs and provide guidance
• Manage difficult and sensitive matters with excellent interpersonal and customer relationship skills
• Influence stakeholders and communicate complex details clearly
• Balance the needs of individual stakeholders while delivering corporate objectives

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Enrolled in classes for the fall of 2026
• U.S. citizen or permanent resident
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with HRIS tools is a plus
• Strong project management skills; exposure to difficult or complex projects is a plus

Skills

• Strong interest in Human Resources and workplace culture
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to work in a flexible workspace and adapt to changing work hours

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 14 paid holidays
• Vacation time
• 401k matching
• Continued professional development

Work Conditions

• Office environment and production environment
• Exposure to heat, cold, and noise in a manufacturing setting
• Fast-paced production area with moving objects and sheet metal
• Occasional periods of standing or sitting for extended periods of time
• Must wear appropriate PPE when and where required
• Frequent weeks working 40+ hours
• Frequent communication with people throughout the day

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.