Co-op - Human Resources (Fall 2026)

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG; Fort Mill (SC); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG invites a Human Resources Co-op Student to join the US HR team in Fort Mill, SC. You will support daily HR operations and contribute to projects while building a strong foundation in HR skills and processes.

You will gain experience in onboarding, record maintenance, recruiting coordination, and HR system usage, all while upholding confidentiality and delivering excellent employee service. This Co-op offers hands-on development and collaboration opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and pursuing a 4-year degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher per semester.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to handle telephone calls, emails, and in-person requests professionally.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications and tools.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Prior SAP experience is appreciated.
• External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and operational support for the HR Department.
• Support onboarding, day-one activities and completion of I-9 and paperwork.
• Help maintain accurate employee records through document quality checks and file management.
• Support recruiting coordination, including candidate outreach and interview scheduling.
• Serve as a contact for employment verification requests in a professional and timely manner.
• Act as a key user for HR systems, liaising with IT or Information Management when required.

Job description

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.

Your Key Responsibilities

The Human Resources Co-op Student will work closely with the HR team to support day-to-day operations and contribute to HR projects. This role offers hands-on experience and the opportunity to build a strong foundation in HR skills and processes. Through a variety of developmental tasks and projects, the student will strengthen communication, organization, and problem-solving skills while contributing to a meaningful employee experience.

• Provide overall administrative and operational support for the Human Resources Department.
• Support with new hire onboarding, including day-one activities and completion of I-9 and new hire paperwork.
• Help maintain accurate employee records through document quality checks and file management.
• Support recruiting coordination, including candidate outreach and interview scheduling.
• Serve as a contact for employment verification requests in a professional and timely manner.
• Act as a key user for function related administration systems, and liaise with IT or functional Information Management, if required.

Your Qualifications

• High school diploma and currently pursuing a 4-year degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or another relevant field.
• Maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher per semester.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to handle telephone calls, emails, and in-person requests in a professional manner.
• Must have a strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications and tools.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Prior SAP experience is appreciated.
• External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment visa or other sponsorship.

As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.

Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.

Schaeffler is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive equal employment opportunities and consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Keywords:Administration, Services & Support;Human Resources

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