Human Resources Intern

Schaeffler•Strongsville, OH

38d

About The Position

The Human Resources Intern position at Schaeffler Vehicle Lifetime Solutions USA LLC involves providing daily administrative support to the local HR team with regional oversight. Key aspects include maintaining and auditing HR records, supporting onboarding and recruiting efforts, and contributing to a positive workplace culture through employee engagement initiatives. The intern will also be involved in various regional projects, learn and utilize internal HR software, and participate in formal and informal training to develop HR skills. The role requires serving as backup for general office duties and documenting internship contributions. Schaeffler emphasizes a global perspective, valuing respect, diversity, and innovation to achieve sustainable value creation for its stakeholders and society.

Requirements

Recent graduate or final-year student pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related discipline.
Genuine interest in gaining practical, hands-on HR experience.
Foundational knowledge of HR principles, concepts, and professional terminology.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with proficiency in accurate and clear information sharing.
Proficient with the use of Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook).
Creative problem-solving skills.
Comfortable with multitasking in a deadline-driven environment with exceptional attention to detail, consistently verifying and double-checking information before dissemination.
Highly organized and dependable, demonstrating reliability and responsibility in all tasks.
Ability to work independently and effectively collaborate within a team.
Self-starter with ability to work independently, willing to learn, taking feedback constructively and adapting to a dynamic HR setting.
Strict adherence to confidentiality.
Commitment to an extended internship period (e.g., 8-12 months).

Responsibilities

Provide daily administrative support to the local HR team with regional oversight.
Assist in maintaining and auditing HR records, paperwork, and reports for accuracy.
Support onboarding activities, including verifying and tracking completion.
Assist with recruiting tasks such as coordinating job fairs and candidate communications.
Contribute to a positive location culture and support employee engagement initiatives.
Support with various Regional Projects and initiatives.
Participate in team brainstorming and support HR projects and future initiatives.
Help create and deliver presentations and communications for employees.
Measure and report on project progress and outcomes.
Learn and use internal HR software and tools.
Take part in formal and informal training to build HR skills.
Serve as backup by handling general office duties and covering during coworkers’ absences.
Document and present reports on internship contributions and learnings.