[CJ America] Summer Intern - Human Resources (Los Angeles)

CJ AMERICA INC • Los Angeles, CA

13h • Onsite

About The Position

CJ America's HQ Office (Los Angeles) is currently recruiting college students for the 2026 Summer Internship programs. This is a part-time paid internship. The ideal candidate will be an organized self-starter who is interested in hands-on experience in the areas of developing a strategic mindset through CJ’s core global business pillars including Food/Food Services, Biotech, Logistics, Retail and Entertainment sectors, while adhering to CJ’s “HAGOJABI” talent philosophy and core values: TALENT (Exceptional Talent & Exceptional Culture), ONLYONE (First, Best & Different), and SHARED GROWTH (Building Ecosystems and Shared Value).

As our Summer Intern (Human Resources), you will play a vital role in supporting our HR operations during an intensive 8-week program. This entry-level position offers a hands-on introduction to the HR lifecycle—from recruitment & candidate experience to compliance research and employee engagement. You will collaborate directly with senior-level HR professionals to ensure our regional policies remain industry-leading and our workplace culture continues to thrive. This is an ideal opportunity for a detail-oriented individual looking to build a foundation in HR operations, market research, and HR compliance.

Requirements

• Current undergraduate or recent graduate in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, or a related field
• High emotional intelligence, excellent writing skills, and a "no task is too small" attitude
• Maintain professional boundaries regarding internal company discussions
• Strong Research Skills and proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Bilingual in English/Korean preferred
• At least 18 years of age by June 21, 2026
• Capable of commuting to our Los Angeles office from Monday to Thursday (Remote work options are not available)
• Authorized to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

• A knack for social media and visual communication is a huge plus

Responsibilities

• Assist Talent Acquisition professionals in screening applications based on the required skills and qualifications, and coordinate interview-related activities (e.g., panel interview packages, room reservation, visitor registration, etc.) and manage the "Candidate Experience" journey
• Research and summarize mandatory state-specific laws (including Paid Family Leave and Sick Time) for NY, MA, NJ, and IL to ensure our onboarding materials are current and compliant for each state
• Conduct a competitive analysis on HR market trends—such as hybrid work models, mental health benefits, and Gen-Z retention strategies—and present findings to the HR Team
• Provide support in planning and executing company events (e.g. Townhall Meetings) or team-building activities
• Supporting HR professionals with special initiatives like wellness initiatives or training program development
• Assist in researching best practices, external benchmarks, trends in learning, and organizational development, including AI and digital literacy
• Support meeting preparations, event logistics, and general administrative & clerical duties as assigned

Benefits

• Paid internship
• The anticipated hourly wage range for interns who will work in Los Angeles is $23 per hour to $25 per hour.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree