Intern: Human Resources (Summer 2025)
Hagerstown, MD, US, 21742
Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.
What you will do
You will gain hands-on experience in various aspects of Human Resources, with a particular focus on learning design, creation of e-learnings, and supporting the implementation of new technologies and ways of working within the HR function. This co-op role is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of HR practices and procedures while contributing to the effectiveness and efficiency of our HR department. We seek a motivated individual with excellent communication skills, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for people-oriented processes and technological innovation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Learning Design and Development: Assist in designing and developing engaging e-learning content, including creating training materials, modules, and resources that support employee development and organizational goals.
- E-Learning Implementation: Support the implementation and maintenance of e-learning platforms and systems, ensuring a smooth and effective learning experience for employees.
- Technology and Innovation Support: Assist in the creation and integration of new technologies and tools within the HR function, helping to streamline processes and enhance the overall HR function.
- Employee Relations: Help maintain positive employee relations by addressing inquiries, assisting with conflict resolution, and promoting a positive work environment.
- HR Compliance: Assist in ensuring HR policies and procedures comply with federal, state, and local regulations. Help maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records.
- HR Projects: Contribute to various HR projects and initiatives aimed at improving HR processes and enhancing the employee experience.
- Data Management: Assist in maintaining HR databases and generating reports as needed for analysis and decision-making.
Who are you?
Required Skills:
- Learning Design: Knowledge of instructional design principles and experience with e-learning development tools.
- Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with HR technologies and platforms, and a willingness to learn new systems.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Detail-Oriented: Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work.
- Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
- Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with others.
- Confidentiality: Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
- Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically.
Desired Soft Skills:
- Willingness to Learn: Eagerness to learn and adapt to new processes and technologies.
- Self-Driven: Ability to work independently and take initiative.
- Time Management: Strong time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
- Empathy: Ability to understand and address the needs and concerns of employees.
Requirements
- Applicant must be currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Instructional Design, or a related field at an accredited school and have completed 30 semester hours of undergraduate studies prior to the start of the internship.
- Applicants must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.75.
- Previous internship or co-op experience in an HR environment or in learning design and development is preferred but not required.
- Strong communication skills.
- Summer interns may work up to 40 hours per week.
Ready to join our team?
At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company’s growth. For all intern and co-op positions, the hourly range is set at $16.00 - $46.00. The hourly rate for these roles is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, academic classification, and degree seeking area of study. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.
We also offer the following benefits to interns and co-ops:
- Housing assistance
- Countless career opportunities / internal mobility across our global organization
- Training and personal development
We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.
Who we are and what we believe in
Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities.
Group Trucks Operations encompasses all production of the Group’s manufacturing of Volvo, Renault and Mack trucks, as well as engines and transmissions. We also orchestrate the spare parts distribution for Volvo Group’s customers globally and design, operate and optimize logistics and supply chains for all brands. We count 30,000 employees at 30 plants and 50 distribution centers across the globe. Our global footprint offers an opportunity for an international career in a state-of-the-art industrial environment, where continuous improvement is the foundation. As our planet is facing great challenges, we - one of the largest industrial organizations in the world - stand at the forefront of innovation. We are ready to rise to the challenge. Would you like to join us?
Nearest Major Market: Hagerstown