Written By: Andrew Hoy, Intern, Career Enrichment Network

There are typically two types of positions in Human Resources, generalists and specialists. HR specialists tend to focus on one part of HR, like recruiting or employee relations. HR generalists will handle a number of different tasks and responsibilities. Larger organizations tend to recruit HR employees that specify in one area while smaller ones often have one that is a more general Human Resources employee. Either way, it is a fast growing field with a lot of room to advance once you enter it, especially if you are looking to get an MBA.

Here are some examples of opportunities in Human Resources listed in Network Symplicity:

Human Resources Summer Internship- Macom
The focus of interns in this role will be to assist the HR Business Partners with day-to-day responsibilities that are crucial to our operations. People in this role will be required to engage with employees at various levels of the organization and prove themselves to be a valuable resource to anyone that has HR related questions or issues. Some of the responsibilities include reviewing and making recommendations on current projects, employee processing, planning employee events and training, and developing an understanding of different departments.
Deadline: 4/1

Human Resources Internship- Porsche North America
Porsche North America Internship opportunities are designed to promote both career development and functional expertise for the intern, as well as to complete project-related and day-to-day support for the department. The intern will support the Human Resources Business Managers on specific HR strategic initiatives and various projects proposed by the HR department. Responsibilities include providing tactical department support towards the achievement organizational objectives, working directly with key personnel to understand project concept, objectives, and approach, assisting with the employment policy and administration, training program implementation and succession planning, and assisting with administrative support and other ad hoc HR related projects as assigned.
Deadline is rolling- positions available for Summer and Fall

Human Resources Summer Internship- The Philadelphia Orchestra
The Philadelphia Orchestra Association is seeking a bright, motivated and outgoing person for an internship opportunity in our Human Resources department. The POA values all interns and will go the extra mile to make sure they receive a learning experience that fits their career goals. Interns should be ready and eager to learn new skills and bring with them maturity, discretion and flexibility. Responsibilities include assisting with the auditing personnel files, assisting with creating a database of historical personnel information, assisting with coordinating intern activities and information sessions, observing the interview process when possible, assisting with benefits administration, and providing administrative support for Human Resources projects as needed.
Deadline 3/31

Human Resources Internship- St. Louis Blues
The St. Louis Blues, Scottrade Center and Peabody Opera House organization is seeking a Human Resources Intern. The intern will work closely with the HR team to develop skills with real world experience. Tasks may include projects focused on recruiting, hiring, training, benefits, payroll, employee relations and/or organization development. The intern will learn practical application of recruiting and hiring practices, onboarding, the importance of employment law and compliance, benefits management, etc.
Deadline 3/1

Human Resources Summer Internship- The Philadelphia Zoo
The Human Resources Intern plays an integral role in assisting with daily functions of the Human Resources Department for Philadelphia Zoo employees and volunteers. This position will include opportunities to learn general Human Resources and volunteer management responsibilities including recruitment, retention, recognition, benefits, wellness programming, and employee relations. Responsibilities may include planning recognition events, supporting recruitment efforts including screening resumes and assisting with interviews, developing and executing wellness programs, ensuring proper documentation and compliance, assisting with new hire orientation, assisting with benefits open enrollment, and maintaining and updating employee and volunteer database.
Deadline 3/10