About the role#
As a People (L&D) Intern, you will join our global HR function for a 10-week summer program. This role uses a project-based structure to provide exposure to Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Learning & Development, Compensation, Organizational Development, and People Operations. You will work alongside our teams on initiatives that impact employee experience and organizational performance.
What you'll do#
- Support project-based work across various People Team functions.
- Assist with recruiting processes, data insights, internship programming, and employer branding.
- Contribute to performance management, change management, and organizational design projects.
- Participate in Workday optimization, reporting, and system improvements.
- Support year-end compensation processes, data validation, and job architecture reviews.
- Assist in designing, delivering, and evaluating training programs while researching L&D best practices.
- Partner with HR leaders to provide support on employee engagement and workforce planning.
- Collaborate with cross-functional HR teams to create presentations and documentation.
What you'll need#
- Completion of at least two years toward a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Education, or Finance.
- Enrollment in a 4-year undergraduate degree program with an expected graduation date between December 2027 and July 2029.
- Strong curiosity, motivation to learn, and a focus on people-oriented work.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.
- Familiarity with HR systems such as Workday, LMS, or ServiceNow is helpful.
- Ability to work without visa sponsorship.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, hybrid internship based in New York, New York.
- The program runs from June 7, 2027, to August 13, 2027.
- You must be available to work full-time and in-office during these dates.
About Dow Jones
Dow Jones provides news and business information to consumers and organizations globally. The company maintains large news-gathering operations and produces content across print, digital, mobile, and live event formats. Its portfolio includes publications such as The Wall Street Journal, Barron, and MarketWatch. The organization is based in New York and employs over 24,000 people.
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