HR Employment Specialist Internship

Colony Brands Inc.; Town of Sun Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Employee discounts

Time off during internship

Health insurance for interns

Dress code jeans

Performance updates

Training

R. Kubly Foundation support

Job summary

Colony Brands Inc. invites applications for an HR Employment Specialist Internship based at our Sun Prairie, WI Distribution Center.

The internship runs from June to December 2027 and includes hands‑on HR activities such as interviewing, hiring, and orientation of temporary staff. Qualified candidates pursue a Bachelor's or Associate degree in Business/HR with a GPA of 2.80+; bilingual English/Spanish is preferred and eligible for a $500 bonus upon completion.

Qualifications

• This role seeks a student or new graduate pursuing a business/HR degree with a minimum 2.80 GPA.
• Candidate should be near graduation or a recent graduate with an associate degree in business.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred; internship bonus eligibility noted.

Responsibilities

• Interview candidates and assist with hiring and orientation.
• Perform reference and background checks as needed.
• Process hiring paperwork and update drug screening data.
• Assist HR Manager on special projects and tasks.
• Conduct temporary employee surveys.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Presentation skills

Organizational skills

Diplomacy in difficult conversations

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's or Associate in Business Administration/Management or HR

Tools

HRIS / applicant tracking systems

Job description

HR Employment Specialist Internship

Sun Prairie

Wisconsin

Job Description

The HR Employment Specialist Internship will begin in June and end in December 2027. This position will be based at our Sun Prairie, WI Distribution Center.

What You’ll Do and Learn:

We need thousands of employees to deliver the excitement we promise our customers, so we do a lot of hiring! Your work will primarily revolve around fulfilling temporary hiring goals. To meet those goals, your duties will involve interviewing candidates, hiring, and orientating new employees. You'll also be responsible for:

• Performing reference and background checks on applicants as needed
• Processing necessary paperwork related to the hiring
• Conducting temporary employee surveys
• Assisting with updating and entering drug screening information into our computer system
• Assisting Human Resource Manager with special projects and tasks as assigned

Qualifications

This role requires a strong, consistent, and empathetic communicator with knowledge around the Human Resource function. Ideally you will be working toward a Bachelor's or Associate Degree in Business Administration/Management, Human Resources or related field. In addition, we are looking for:

• Junior or Senior standing, recent graduates may be considered; or a completed Associates Degree in Business
• Cumulative GPA of 2.80 or higher
• Effective presentation skills
• Exceptional organizational skills
• The ability to effectively handle difficult situations/ conversations diplomatically
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) proficiency preferred (bilingual interns are eligible for a $500 bonus at the completion of their internship!)

This position is not eligible for remote work and would require you to work onsite in Sun Prairie, WI for the duration of your internship.

Note: We do not offer sponsorship for any position at this time.

About Us

Welcome to Colony Brands! As one of North America's largest multi-channel, direct-marketing companies, we take pride in our diverse portfolio of affiliates, brands, and products. Despite our growth over the last century, we remain true to our roots as a private, customer-focused business based in Monroe, WI. Stability is just one aspect of our culture. What truly defines us is our commitment to our Core Values, fostering employee growth, and creating a better place to live and work. We are dedicated to supporting the communities we serve and offer a wide range of benefits and programs to enhance the well-being of our employees.

Benefits Details

Internship Perks:

• Paid Opportunities - This is a paid opportunity to explore your career! All Interns are paid a competitive wage for their field.
• Employee Discounts - Our employee sales program offers employee discounts on items ordered from our fine catalogs and selected Outlet Store. Discounts range from 45% to 50% off.
• Time Off - We all need a little down time and all Interns enjoy paid time off during their internship.
• Health Club Membership - Take advantage of a FREE membership at the local YMCAs with full membership reimbursements.
• Health Insurance - Interns are offered Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Business Casual Dress Code - Jeans are allowed year-round!
• Performance Updates - We provide interns with useful feedback regarding their performance throughout their internship. A formal mid-performance appraisal and final appraisal will be given.
• Training - Colony Brands provides all interns with the necessary hands-on training to make their internship experience successful.
• R. Kubly Family Foundation - The foundation will pay for your graduate or professional schooling in return for a commitment to live and work in Monroe, WI after you graduate. Visit www.rkublyfamilyfoundation.org for more details

Job Category

Human Resources

Employment Type

Internship