Human Resources/Legal Summer College Internship

Kubota • Gainesville, GA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Kubota Manufacturing of America (KMA) is offering a 12-week Human Resources/Legal summer college internship in Gainesville, Georgia, for 40 hours per week. The intern will support the Human Resources and Legal teams with projects and daily activities involving employee relations, recruitment, compliance, policy administration, training, records management, and legal documentation. The internship offers hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and exposure to employment practices, workplace compliance, and corporate legal operations.

KMA manufactures tractors, turf equipment, and utility vehicles and employs approximately 2,600 professionals across facilities in Gainesville and Jefferson, Georgia. The intern will collaborate with HR and Legal colleagues, maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information, and complete additional assignments and special projects as needed.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a related bachelor's degree throughout the internship period; eligible fields include Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, Pre-Law, Legal Studies, Political Science, Organizational Leadership, or a related field.
• Expected graduation date must be December 2027 or later; candidates who have already graduated or will graduate before December 2027 are not eligible.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated, with a willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Able to read, write, understand, and communicate effectively in English.
• Demonstrates communication, professionalism, integrity and confidentiality, attention to detail, organizational skills, problem solving, teamwork, time management, adaptability, customer service orientation, and analytical thinking.

Nice To Haves

• Previous internship, work, or leadership experience in Human Resources, Business, Legal, or Administrative functions.
• Knowledge of employment law concepts, HR processes, or legal research methods.
• Experience working with confidential information.
• Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), HRIS platforms, or document management systems.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recruiting activities, including candidate scheduling, interview coordination, and applicant tracking.
• Support onboarding and orientation processes for new hires.
• Maintain employee records and HR databases with confidentiality and accuracy.
• Assist with employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and company events.
• Help prepare reports, presentations, and communications for HR programs and projects.
• Participate in HR audits, document management, and records retention activities.
• Assist in reviewing and organizing HR policies, procedures, and employee communications.
• Support compliance activities involving employment laws, company policies, and internal processes.
• Help maintain HR documentation and ensure records are appropriately filed.
• Research HR trends and best practices to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with legal document organization, contract administration, and records management.
• Support review and tracking of agreements, vendor contracts, and legal correspondence.
• Research regulatory, employment, and business-related legal topics.
• Maintain legal files and ensure documentation is retained according to company requirements.
• Assist with special projects involving risk management, compliance, and corporate governance.
• Collaborate with HR and Legal team members on departmental projects and initiatives.
• Participate in meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee and business information.
• Complete additional assignments and special projects as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern