About the role#
As an HR Intern at HSP, you will support daily operations and gain hands-on experience across the full HR lifecycle. You will report to the Senior HR Business Partner and help build processes as the company expands its U.S. operations. This role involves contributing to the foundation of our people, culture, and operational excellence.
What you'll do#
- Support recruiting by managing job postings, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and communicating with candidates.
- Coordinate new-hire onboarding, including preparing documentation and facilitating orientation while ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements.
- Maintain HRIS data accuracy and manage confidential personnel files.
- Update and refine employee handbook content, HR procedures, and policy documentation.
- Build and maintain HR reporting dashboards to track workforce metrics like headcount, turnover, and training compliance.
- Assist with training coordination, track completion status, and prepare training materials.
- Contribute to employee engagement initiatives, including surveys, internal communications, and events.
- Prepare reports, presentations, and spreadsheets for HR metrics and leadership updates.
- Provide general administrative support to the HR and Operations teams.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor’s degree program for Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
- Proficiency with Office 365, including Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience using AI tools for documentation, analysis, problem-solving, or process improvement.
- Capability to write clear prompts, evaluate results, and handle data responsibly when using AI.
Location & details#
- Location: Charlotte, North Carolina.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Full-time.
- Term: Rolling.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
About HSP - Leading Grid Connections
HSP manufactures high voltage bushings for power grid infrastructure. The company operates within the utilities sector and provides customized solutions for energy networks. It is based in Troisdorf-Spich and functions as part of the Trench Group. The firm was founded in 1889 and maintains a staff of 181 employees.
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