About the role#
Claire's is looking for a student to join our Human Resources team for the Summer 2027 term. This internship provides broad exposure to the people side of a retail organization. You will work alongside our HR team to see how we support employees, leaders, and business operations. You will contribute to real business priorities and build professional skills throughout the summer.
What you'll do#
- Support HR projects and initiatives across the employee lifecycle.
- Gain exposure to Talent Acquisition, HR Operations, HR Business Partnerships, and Total Rewards.
- Assist with recruiting, candidate onboarding, and employee experience activities.
- Support HR reporting, data analysis, and administrative processes.
- Help develop employee communications, resources, and presentations.
- Participate in HR meetings and cross-functional projects.
- Learn how HR policies and programs support business operations.
- Support special projects and evolving people priorities.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, Organizational Leadership, Communications, or a related field.
- A strong interest in Human Resources and the employee experience.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organization and attention to detail.
- Ability to handle information with professionalism and discretion.
- Comfort using Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint.
- A collaborative, curious, and eager mindset.
- An expected graduation date of December 2027 or later is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Rosemont, Illinois
- Term: Summer 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Status: Full-time
- This is a paid internship.
About Claire's
Claire's is a retail company specializing in jewelry, accessories, and fashion. It operates 900 locations and focuses on products for tweens and teens. The company is based in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. It employs over 10,000 people.
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