Human Resources Intern - Summer 2027
At a glance
Junior HR Business Partner & Generalist role at Avient. Avon Lake · full-time.
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What you'll do
- Contribute to work with an HR specialty team or take part in projects covering several HR areas
- Help deliver HR projects, with opportunities to lead selected pieces of the work
- Build familiarity with HR practices through exposure to U.S. and international operations
- Share what you learned and accomplished with leaders when your internship wraps up
What you bring
- You are working toward a bachelor's degree in human resources or a related discipline
- You communicate and collaborate effectively with people across teams and with business partners
- You can handle several priorities, work with limited oversight, stay organized, and take accountability
Who this fits
This summer internship suits someone keen to develop in human resources, learn quickly, and take initiative on unfamiliar tasks. It provides exposure to HR specialty teams, business partners, and senior leaders.
From the employer
Job Summary
Avient is seeking a motivated individual with a passion for helping people and driving process improvements to join our summer internship program! This opportunity will provide exposure to our HR Centers of Expertise and business partners, and provide the opportunity to be involved in meaningful work, including the ability to interact with senior leaders across the organization. Areas of potential projects and learning opportunities include talent acquisition, talent development, compensation and benefits, and HRIS in a professional, global environment.
The selected incumbent will be a part of the wider Avient internship program that promotes and provides opportunities for professional development, networking, cross-functional collaboration, and community involvement.
Essential Functions
Acts as a contributing member of the HR team – working directly with a Center of Expertise or in projects across multiple aspects of the HR function.
Gains exposure to domestic and international operations within HR and knowledge of Avient practices.
Contributes to projects and initiatives led by HR with the ability to lead portions directly.
Presents key learnings and results to the leadership team at the conclusion of internship.
Other projects and responsibilities as assigned.
Education and Experience
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in human resources or related field.
Prior internship experience a plus, but not required.
Additional Qualifications
Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to interact with individuals across the organization.
Ability to work as part of a team with excellent collaboration skills across other functions and with business partners.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities including good time management skills, organizational skills, and taking accountability for tasks and issues.
Strong trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills.
Quick thinking, initiative taking, thirst for learning and unafraid to be out of comfort zone.
Desire to learn and develop within the field of human resources.
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