HR Intern, Project Management Focus (Summer 2026)

United Parcel Service Inc

Atlanta, GA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Business Administration, Business Operations, Career Counseling, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Data Entry, Detail Oriented, Diversity, Documentation, Establish Priorities, Follow Through, Human Resources, Human Resources Strategy, Leadership, Mentoring, Metrics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Networking Events, Operational Support, Operations, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Project Development, Project Planning, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Risk Analysis, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Time Management, United States Citizen, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Atlanta, GA
POSTED
30+ days ago

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Job Description:

Looking for a valuable internship experience with a global leader? UPS has the opportunity for you! UPS is seeking a Human Resources (HR) Intern with a focus in project management to support the daily operations and strategic priorities of the HR Department.

The HR Internship Program prepares the next generation of HR professionals for success through hands-on project leadership, skill development, networking opportunities, mentorship, and exposure to multiple HR business functions. Interns will take ownership of complex, high-impact initiatives, managing projects from planning through execution, and will present their capstone projects to the Human Resource Leadership Team (HRLT) at the conclusion of the internship.

We seek candidates who are highly organized, execution-focused problem solvers with the ability to manage competing priorities, influence stakeholders, and translate strategy into action. If you enjoy driving work forward, coordinating across teams, and delivering results in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.

The internship is located at UPS Global Headquarters in Atlanta, GA, and candidates must be willing to relocate or work in the job location for the duration of the internship.

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Leads a project or workstream to address a defined business need from initiation through delivery
  • Develops project plans, timelines, milestones, and success metrics
  • Tracks progress, identifies risks or dependencies, and recommends mitigation strategies
  • Coordinates with cross-functional stakeholders to align scope, expectations, and deliverables
  • Supports process improvement initiatives by documenting workflows and proposing enhancements
  • Synthesizes research, stakeholder input, and data into clear recommendations
  • Produces executive-ready deliverables, including project updates and presentations
  • Ensures alignment with company, business-unit, and long-term HR strategies
  • Participates in training, development sessions, and intern networking events
  • Engages with assigned mentors for guidance, feedback, and career development
  • Encourages diversity of thought, experience, and ideas
  • Presents final capstone project outcomes and recommendations to HR leadership

Knowledge and Skills

  • Strong verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
  • Demonstrated project management capability, including planning, prioritization, and execution
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and stakeholders simultaneously
  • Experience leading projects, workstreams, or initiatives (academic, professional, or extracurricular)
  • Solid organizational and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
  • Comfort operating in ambiguous environments and adapting plans as priorities evolve
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word; familiarity with project tracking tools a plus
  • Initiative to drive results, follow through on commitments, and take ownership of outcomes
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise professional judgment
  • Open to feedback and committed to continuous improvement

Basic Qualifications

  • Must be a student currently enrolled in a degreed college/university program, or graduated from a degreed college/university program within the last 24 months
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen or National, permanent resident, or authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Ability to work in or relocate to the job location for the duration of the internship
  • Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program or recent graduate with coursework in Human Resources, Project Management, Business Administration, Operations, or related field.

Employee Type:

Permanent

UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

Other Criteria:

UPS is an equal opportunity employer. UPS does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Basic Qualifications:

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National of the U.S., an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer.

About the Company

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United Parcel Service Inc

Working for UPS

Where are you headed? If you’re ready to get what you want out of your job — out of your life — the smart route is at UPS. As a growing, dynamic Fortune 50 organization, we have the kind of opportunities that will help you go as far as your ambition will take you. So if you’re looking to start on a rewarding future, we’ll get you moving in the right direction.


Here at UPS, we have many positions available, from Hourly Part-Time Package Handlers and Seasonal positions, to Drivers, Mechanics, and full time Professional opportunities. We have professional roles available in Marketing, Information Technology, Sales, Engineering, Finance & Accounting, Customer Solutions, and Global Business Services.


Every day, we choreograph the infinite movements of goods, funds, and information in more than 200 countries and territories.


From our early roots as a Seattle, Washington bike-messenger company to our present day, multi-billion-dollar global corporation, our team has held a singular focus – empowering commerce around the world. We have become the world's largest package delivery company and a leading global provider of specialized transportation and logistics services.


From global giants to local mom and pop businesses, we improve distribution networks and manage supply chains to help our customers to do what they do best. That’s how we make the world work better. And that’s how we build better careers and reward people like you for doing what they love to do most. Join us!



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Our Mission

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COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Transport and Storage - Materials
FOUNDED
1907
WEBSITE
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