Intern - HR

ECHOorporated • Lake Zurich, IL

19h • $17 - $20

About The Position

ECHO Incorporated is an industry leader in developing and manufacturing high-performance, professional-grade, handheld outdoor power equipment. With distributors and thousands of dealers across North and South America, ECHO is constantly anticipating the future of the outdoor power equipment industry and the need for environmental sustainability. Working for ECHO means joining a team of people who are committed to collaboration, innovation, creativity, and high-quality products that make us a globally competitive brand. ECHO is seeking a motivated and organized Human Resources Intern to join our dynamic Human Resources team. This role is ideal for a college student looking to gain hands-on experience in human resources processes. As an HR Intern at ECHO, you will be an integral part of the HR team, providing support across various HR functions including internal communications, recruitment, training and development, performance management, employee engagement, and compliance. The HR Intern will have a projected graduation date in 2027 or 2028. This HR internship is designed to be both educational and practical. In this position, the intern will learn how to take skills he or she may have acquired in school related to his or her area of interest and apply them in a professional setting. Throughout this internship, you will be exposed to a variety of HR functions and projects. This position is paying $17- $20/HR based on experience and qualifications.

Requirements

• Strong academic record in HR studies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of AP writing style and website content writing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Candidate must be comfortable writing different communications as needed (personnel announcements, information on new initiatives, job requisitions, and other types of communications as needed).
• Assist with the 2026 ECHO employee summer party planning.
• Support the recruitment team in coordinating and scheduling interviews, sourcing candidates, posting job ads, and screening resumes.
• Participate in candidate screening processes, including initial phone interviews and reference checks.
• Gain knowledge of general HR practices, including maintaining OSHA logs, reviewing workers' compensation claims, and managing medical leaves.
• Provide administrative support as needed, including preparing reports related to various HR metrics.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern