Human Resources Co-Op

Position Overview

This full-time internship in the Summer of 2025 offers the opportunity to gain experience in Human Resources at Albaugh’s manufacturing facility in St. Joseph, Mo. This role will have an emphasis on supporting HR projects, providing exposure to areas of HR that may include talent acquisition, compliance, employee engagement, benefits, and training and development. This is an excellent opportunity for the practical application of HR coursework in preparation for a career in HR.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

Gain insight into all areas of Human Resources supporting the following areas.

• Support recruitment efforts, such as job posting, candidate screening, interview scheduling, and facilitating the onboarding process for new hires.
• Assist with various HR operational tasks, including employee recordkeeping, data entry, and document management.
• Support the migration and harmonization of employee files into a centralized location.
• Assist in generating HR reports and maintaining HR metrics to support data-driven decision-making.
• Contribute to HR projects and initiatives as assigned, such as process improvement, system implementation, or policy development.
• Provide support to other HR functional areas as assigned.

The Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field in progress.
• Desire for a long-term career in HR after completing degree.
• Basic understanding of HR principles, practices, and employment laws preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Basic analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to gather and analyze data to support HR initiatives.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work in a fast-paced and changing environment, while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct, ensuring confidentiality, fairness, and integrity in all HR practices.