Human Resources Intern

PACCAR•Denton, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Peterbilt Motors Company, a PACCAR company, is seeking a Human Resources Intern to join its team in Denton, Texas. The internship provides practical HR experience through collaboration with professionals across multiple HR functions and support for business initiatives. It is scheduled to run from November 2026 through September 2027. The intern will support recruiting activities such as coordinating interviews, communicating with candidates and hiring managers, posting openings, managing applications, maintaining candidate records in the applicant tracking system, and sourcing and screening candidates. The role also supports generalist HR activities, including HRIS and data work, auditing HR records, responding to routine employee questions, and partnering with HR team members. The intern will identify and implement continuous improvement projects to optimize HR processes.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

Exceptional Microsoft Office skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to multitask.
Self-starter and resourceful.
Strong professionalism.
Analytical skills and interest in collecting, analyzing, and reporting on tests.

Responsibilities

Coordinate interview schedules and communicate with candidates and hiring managers.
Support job postings and application management.
Maintain candidate records and update the applicant tracking system (ATS).
Assist with candidate sourcing and screening using job boards, LinkedIn, and other recruiting platforms.
Support a positive candidate experience through timely follow-up and communication.
Assist with recruiting projects, reporting, and administrative tasks.
Identify, propose, and implement continuous improvement projects to optimize HR processes.
Develop proficiency in HRIS systems, reporting, data management, and basic workforce analytics.
Support audits to ensure HR data is accurate and up to date.
Learn to handle routine employee questions and workplace concerns.
Partner with HR team members to understand how the department supports business goals.

Benefits

Competitive salary.
401(k) with up to a 5% company match.
Medical, dental, and vision plans for the intern and family.
Paid holidays.
Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA).
Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Employee assistance program (EAP) services, including wellness plans, estate planning, and financial counseling.
Growth, training, and development opportunities.
Opportunity to work alongside experienced colleagues recognized as experts in their field.
This position may offer stipend assistance benefits.