Human Resources Intern (Manufacturing) – Part-time, Summer Internship
What You’ll Work On
This isn’t a “filing paperwork” internship—you’ll be embedded in real HR work that directly supports our manufacturing team.
This is an onsite internship located in Prineville, OR and the pay range for this position is $19-21 per hour.
You’ll gain hands-on experience across multiple areas of Human Resources, including:
Support Real Recruiting Efforts
- Help recruit for manufacturing roles
- Post jobs, screen candidates, and schedule interviews
- Be part of the hiring process from application to new hires start date
Enhance the Employee Experience
- Assist with onboarding and new hire orientation
- Help answer employee HR questions and provide support
- Contribute ideas to improve engagement and communication
Work with HR Data & Systems
- Maintain and audit employee records in our HRIS system
- Run reports and analyze basic HR data
- Support process improvements through better data accuracy and organization
Improve HR Processes & Documentation
- Review and update HR documents, forms, and procedures
- Help streamline and organize employee files
- Identify opportunities to make HR processes more efficient (we love fresh perspectives!)
Gain Manufacturing Exposure
- Partner with supervisors and employees on the production floor
- See how HR supports a fast-paced plant environment
- Learn how HR impacts safety, staffing, and operations in real time
What Makes This Internship Different
We believe internships should be meaningful, engaging, and fun. You’ll be part of a structured internship program designed to help you grow professionally and personally:
- Lunch & Learns
- Intern networking & engagement events
- Off-site social activities with fellow interns
- Exposure to real business challenges and decision-making
- Opportunities to present your work and impact
What We’re Looking For
- Currently pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field
- Must be actively enrolled in college (required)
- Completed at least 1 year of coursework preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Interest in employee relations, recruiting, and HR operations
- Comfortable interacting with employees in both office and manufacturing settings
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work both independently and as part of a team
Why Apply?
â Get hands-on HR experience—not just observation
â Work directly on recruiting, onboarding, and employee initiatives
â Gain exposure to HR in a manufacturing environment (a highly valuable career path)
â Build real-world skills in HR systems, employee relations, and operations
â Make an impact you can actually talk about in future interviews
â Be part of a supportive, engaging intern community