2027 Summer Internship - Human Resources

Airbus; Kinston, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus Aerosystems Kinston, Inc. is seeking a Summer Intern - Human Resources to join our HR team onsite in Kinston, NC for May–August 2027.

You’ll gain exposure across HR Operations, Recruitment, Compensation & Benefits, Employee Relations, and more as part of a hands-on student program. The role emphasizes administrative support, onboarding, data entry, and cross-functional collaboration with global HR partners.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a relevant college/university degree program.
• Pursuing degree in Human Resources preferred.
• Able to work onsite in Kinston, NC for duration of Summer Internship.

Responsibilities

• Support HR Operations administrations, including recruitment and onboarding tasks.
• Assist with administrative paperwork, benefits programs, and data entry in HR systems.
• Answer employee questions and help prepare reports and communications.
• Support event planning and communications for employee programs and engagement.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office/GSuite

Education

Currently enrolled in a college/university degree program

Tools

ADP

SAP

LMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

****Job Description:********Airbus**** is looking for a ****Summer Intern - Human Resources**** to join our HR Team based in ****Kinston, NC**.**In this role you’ll get exposure to multiple areas of our site HR team spanning across HR Operations, Recruitment, Compensation & Benefits, Employee Relations, and other areas.****Meet the Team:****Working in our Human Resources department, it’s our mission to help support Airbus’ greatest assets: our team members. Our team works cross-departmentally as well as with our global counterparts to ensure we are making a positive impact on all aspects of our employee experience.****Your Working Environment:****The Airbus Aerosystems Kinston facility sits at the forefront of aerospace manufacturing, specializing in the production of large, advanced composite aerostructures. Our team builds critical components for the state-of-the-art Airbus A350 XWB, including the composite center fuselage and wing spar.****Program Highlights:***** Participation in the Summer 2027 Intern Program: May 17th - August 6th 2027* Intern project focused on supporting our Positive Employee Relations (PER) Team in preparing our site for further expansion and growth* Dedicated project mentor* Project presentation with executive team and CEO roundtable discussion****Your Challenges:********Administrative: 70%***** Assist with the HR/People Operations administrations to include recruitment, on boarding, administrative paperwork, drug & alcohol program, etc.* Create/maintain files: personnel, benefit, and electronic job folders, etc.* Create/maintain PO/PR for HR, etc.* Data entry into ADP/SAP/LMS* Assist with employee questions* Prepare outgoing mail/shipments; order supplies* Send birthday cards and/or sympathy memorials****Compliance: 15%***** Schedule and track 90-day performance reviews* Monthly reports, as needed****Employee Event Planning: 15%***** Assist with Service awards and birthday celebrations* Assist with Employee Engagement Events* Assist with Diversity and Inclusion events, as necessary****Additional Responsibilities:***** Other duties as assigned.****Your Boarding Pass:***** Currently enrolled in a relevant college/university degree program, required* Seeking degree in Human Resources, preferred* Able to work onsite in Kinston, NC for duration of Summer Internship, required* Skilled in the use of computer/programs to include Microsoft/Google Suite of products* Communicate effectively in verbal and written form with internal and external customers* Must be well organized and have good time management skills***Ability to work in the US without current or future need for sponsorship/work authorization is required for this job opportunity.*******Physical Requirements:***** Onsite: 100%* Vision: able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings. Required daily.* Hearing: able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on production floor including safety warnings or alarms. Required daily.* Speaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications. Required daily.* Equipment Operation: able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment. Required daily.* Carrying: able to carry documents, drawings, electronic equipment up to 10lbs. daily* Lifting: able to lift documents, drawings, electronic equipment up to 10lbs. daily* Pushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools. Rarely required.* Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer. Required daily.* Squatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving. Required infrequently.* Standing: able to stand for discussions in offices or on production floor. Required daily.* Travel: able to travel independently and at short notice. Approximately 5% - 10%.* Walking: able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces. Required daily.* Personal Protective Equipment required: steel toed shoes are required for all shop floor visits; appropriate hearing/eye protection may also be required when visiting the shop floorTake your career to a new level and apply online now!This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.********Company:********Airbus Aerosystems Kinston, Inc**Employment Type:**Internship**Experience Level:**Student**Remote Type:**On-site**Job Family:**HR Business Partnership