Human Resources Intern; CA, CO, MI, OR, TX, WA)

Investing in You, join a 100-year-old, family-owned leader in Ag - and grow with us! Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.

Our Summer Internship Program (PLOT) offers an opportunity to gain meaningful experience in Human Resources/People & Culture while building the foundation for a successful career. During this 12-week program, you'll learn from experienced HR professionals, tackle real-world projects, and develop working knowledge of employee relations, talent management, HR operations, employee engagement, and people-focused programs that support organizational success. You'll have the opportunity to present your internship learnings directly to leadership.

This is more than just an internship. It's your chance to make a real impact, build professional knowledge, and sharpen your abilities in a dynamic, results-driven environment. Successful completion of the PLOT program can also earn you a scholarship between $1,000 and $3,000.

As a Wilbur-Ellis Human Resources/People & Culture Intern, you'll gain experience across a variety of HR functions, including employee engagement, talent acquisition, onboarding, learning and development, HR operations, and employee programs. You'll work closely with HR team members and business leaders to support initiatives designed to enhance the employee experience and contribute to organizational success. Responsibilities may include assisting with employee programs and events, supporting recruiting and onboarding activities, conducting research on HR trends and best practices, analyzing workforce data, helping coordinate training and development initiatives, creating employee communications, and supporting special projects across the People & Culture organization.

You'll have the opportunity to share your ideas, contribute innovative solutions, and provide a unique perspective while supporting meaningful projects that impact employees across the organization. At the conclusion of your internship, you'll prepare and present a final PowerPoint presentation highlighting your project work, key learnings, and overall experience.

• We are seeking a college student pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, Psychology, Communications, Sociology, Agriculture, Agricultural Business, or a related field with an interest in people, culture, and organizational success.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Exceptional organization and attention to detail.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• A collaborative mindset.
• Intellectual curiosity and a willingness to learn.
• A self-starter who is eager to contribute ideas.
• Someone who brings their full self to work each day.

• Exposure to multiple areas of Human Resources and People & Culture within a leading agribusiness organization.
• Experience supporting employee programs, HR initiatives, and organizational projects that impact the employee experience.
• Opportunities to collaborate with HR professionals, business leaders, and employees across a diverse organization.
• Development of communication, project management, research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Hands-on experience with HR processes, employee engagement initiatives, and people-focused programs.
• Exposure to HR technology, workforce trends, compliance considerations, and industry best practices.
• Mentorship from experienced Human Resources and People & Culture professionals.
• A deeper understanding of how HR strategies support employee growth, engagement, organizational culture, and business performance.
• Real-world experience contributing to projects that help create a positive and productive workplace for employees across the organization.

In compliance with all states and cities requiring transparency of pay, the base compensation for this position ranges from $17.00 to $24.00 per hour. Note that wages may vary based on location, skills, and experience. Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.

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