2027 Summer Intern, Human Resources

Zimmer, Inc.•Warsaw, IN

About The Position

The Human Resources Intern will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic professional environment through meaningful project work and administrative support. The internship is designed to develop a deeper understanding of key HR competencies and provide insight into the organization’s philosophies and culture, connecting academic learning with real-world professional practice. Interns will learn HR fundamentals and develop competencies in one or more areas, including compensation and benefits, employee relations, talent acquisition, talent management, change management, learning and development, organizational development and planning, compliance, culture, HRIS (SuccessFactors), and HR strategy.

Requirements

Must be actively enrolled in an academic program for the entire duration of the assignment.
Must be available to work full-time (40 hours per week) throughout the co-op session.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship.
Working toward a bachelor’s degree emphasizing Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Organizational Behavior, Organizational Development, Legal studies, or another HR-related field.
Minimum GPA of 3.2 on a 4.0-point scale.
Bias for action and desire to achieve excellence.
Demonstrated leadership abilities.
Positive attitude and strong desire to learn.
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and remain results-oriented.
Demonstrated technical ability with systems, Excel, and related software.
Strong team player and collaborator.
Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Exceptional analytical and critical-thinking skills, including the ability to analyze, summarize, and effectively present data.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related software.

Responsibilities

Contribute to HR department initiatives through project work and administrative support.
Develop HR skills and competencies in an assigned area, such as compensation and benefits, employee relations, talent acquisition, talent management, change management, learning and development, organizational development and planning, compliance, culture, HRIS (SuccessFactors), or HR strategy.