2026 Internship - Human Resources

Holland America Group • Seattle, WA

6d • $25 - $35 • Hybrid

About The Position

Holland America Line has been exploring the world since 1873. Our ships offer innovative features and enriching experiences focused on destination exploration and personalized travel, inviting guests to savor the journey.
The Holland America Summer Internship Program is a 10-week paid (hybrid) summer internship opportunity designed to provide exposure and insight to professional careers in the amazing leisure travel, cruise industry. The selected interns will work on departmental projects as well as participate in professional development and enrichment activities.
2026 Program Dates:
Program runs 10 weeks from June 15th - August 21st.
Eligibility:
Eligible candidates are enrolled in a four-year accredited undergraduate program (where they are at least a rising junior) or in a graduate program and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
MUST NOT be a graduating senior in the summer 2026.
Compensation:
Undergraduate - $25.00/hr, Graduate - $35.00/hr,
Intern Project Details:
The Human Resources Intern is responsible for supporting HR Analytics initiatives by assisting with data collection, reporting, and insights generation. Coordinating in-person events in Seattle, including agenda planning, logistics, and onsite support. Contributing to strategic HR initiatives led by the HAL-SBN HR team and HR Business Partners, with a focus on business cycle activities and in-person engagement efforts.

Requirements

• Proficiency using MS office Suite including Outlook & MS Teams
• Ability to work independently, remotely and self-manage
• Well organized and able to communicate effectively with colleagues and managers.
• The types of duties the students will perform will vary and may require some technical tasks, projects and/or work that may require specific proficiencies, technical abilities and/or computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced Excel
• Passion for Human Resources, People, Analysis, Process Improvement, Project Management
• Learning Agility and Curiosity
• Able to problem solve independently and collaboratively

Responsibilities

• Assist the HAL-SBN HR team and HR Business Partners with strategic initiatives aligned to the business cycle.
• Support HR Analytics efforts through data gathering and reporting.
• Coordinate logistics and agenda development for in-person events in Seattle.
• Contribute to planning and execution of in-person engagement efforts.

Benefits

• Gain valuable experience.
• Gain confidence.
• Explore a new career path.
• Opens the opportunity to a future full-time job after graduation.
• Develop and refine skills.
• Network with professionals in the field.
• Develop an understanding of the type of working environment, field and industry that align with your career goals.
• Obtain job-related skills and experiences that will enhance your qualifications for future opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed