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HR Generalist Intern
Job Description:
Title: Human Resources Generalist Intern
Reports to: Human Resources Generalist
Location: Norwalk, CT (Hybrid)
Work Schedule: M-F, Full time
About the Position:
We are seeking a highly motivated and eager-to-learn HR Generalist Intern to join our Corporate Human Resources team. This role offers a unique opportunity to rotate between three teams and gain hands-on experience in compensation analysis, culture & inclusion, and talent & learning. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented individual who is passionate and curious about various areas of HR.
This internship is ideal for someone interested in pursuing a career in Human Resources, but may be unsure which function of HR they’re most interested in.
Summer internships will begin Monday, June 8, 2026 – August 14, 2026 on a 40-hour work week schedule, with potential to extend or hire.
Responsibilities:
Compensation
- Review existing local bonus plan documentation for accuracy and completeness according to audit guidelines.
- Verify that all required elements for local bonus plan documents are included.
- Follow up with HR to ensure all necessary documentation is received.
- If required elements are missing, work with HR to obtain updated documentation and confirm inclusion going forward.
- Maintain records of audit findings and updates.
- Ensure documentation aligns with company standards and audit requirements.
- Assist with other compensation-related projects as assigned.
Culture & inclusion
- Assist the Senior Director of Global Culture & Inclusion in global culture and inclusion initiatives, including planning and facilitating periodic Culture & Inclusion Council meetings with Senior HR Leaders
- Conduct research, create reports on program effort and effectiveness (ESG report), conceptualize community engagement ideas
- Research Culture & Inclusion topics and their correlation to the initiatives of Terex benchmarking to industry best practices and various culture and inclusion indices
- Support initiatives of the Terex Affinity Groups
Talent & Learning
- Support preparation for the Terex annual team member engagement survey
- Research learning tools and AI functionality; assist with development of program materials to support learning
- Partner with team to update and develop job aids and support materials for year end performance in our Workday system (to reflect new rating scale)
- Support ad-hoc requests from the global Talent & Learning team
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum sophomore year standing as of Fall 2025 at an accredited 4-year university/college
- Pursuing a full-time undergraduate or graduate degree in Human Resources or a related field.
- Track record of demonstrable accomplishments in school and at work.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Knowledge of HR principles and best practices.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Positive, can-do attitude; self-starter.
Salary: The compensation for this position is $25/hr for undergraduate interns and $27/hr for graduate or returning interns. This position is not eligible for benefits.
If you are interested in an open position but feel you may not meet all the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.
About Terex:
Terex Corporation is a global industrial equipment manufacturer of materials processing machinery, waste and recycling solutions, mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs), and equipment for the electric utility industry. We design, build, and support products used in maintenance, manufacturing, energy, minerals and materials management, construction, waste and recycling, and the entertainment industry. We provide best-in-class lifecycle support to our customers through our global parts and services organization, and offer complementary digital solutions, designed to help our customers maximize their return on their investment. Certain Terex products and solutions enable customers to reduce their impact on the environment including electric and hybrid offerings that deliver quiet and emission-free performance, products that support renewable energy, and products that aid in the recovery of useful materials from various types of waste. Our products are manufactured in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific and sold worldwide.
Additional Information:
We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact. We are committed to recruiting, engaging, developing, and retaining team members at all levels of our global workforce. Our culture is defined by our Terex Way Values – Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Our values are the driving force behind our commitment to maintain an inclusive, supportive, non-discriminatory, and safe workplace for all team members. To that end, we are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, including disabled veterans, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting the recruiting department (person or department) at .
The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.
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