HR Intern

BorgWarner; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

BorgWarner’s HR Intern position in Auburn Hills offers hands-on experience supporting the Talent/HR Manager by coordinating leadership development programs, assisting with training needs assessments, and managing LMS data.

The role helps drive employee engagement through site-specific communications, onboarding support, and enterprise program promotion, while contributing to HR operations, immigration documentation, and reporting in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Talent Manager with coordination for Corporate Leadership Development programs, ensuring timely communication and accurate tracking.
• Support the maintenance of program documentation including budgets, timing and needs assessments.
• Conduct preliminary organizational and training needs assessments to support internal talent development strategies.
• Contribute to the development and execution of communication strategies that align with business objectives.
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes, maintain employee documentation, and support immigration compliance tracking.
• Provide general HR site support as needed.
• Help promote enterprise-wide initiatives such as the BE Heard Survey and BW Moves, including communication and reporting.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Education

Pursuing degree in HR / Business Admin / Psychology

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Position HR Intern – BES (Junior - Senior) Location Auburn Hills, MI (PTC)

About us

BorgWarner is a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions for the vehicle market. We are a company of innovators and independent thinkers that brings together talented employees, meaningful work, and amazing technology in a unique environment. At BorgWarner we constantly work towards our vision of a clean and energy-efficient world.

Our Culture

We believe health and safety of our employees are a top priority, we care about our local communities and the global environment. BorgWarner promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration.

Career Opportunities

We manage talent as seriously as we manage our businesses and encourage you to learn about our proud history, strong culture, technologies and future vision. We offer a strong local presence and interesting global opportunities. Start your future with BorgWarner now!

Job purpose

The HR Intern supports the Talent/HR Manager by coordinating leadership development programs, assisting with training needs assessments, and managing LMS data. They help drive employee engagement through site‑specific communications, onboarding support, and enterprise program promotion. This role also contributes to HR operations, immigration documentation, and reporting, offering hands‑on experience across key HR functions in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Talent Manager with coordination for Corporate Leadership Development programs, ensuring timely communication and accurate tracking.
• Support the maintenance of program documentation including budgets, timing and, needs assessments.
• Conduct preliminary organizational and training needs assessments to support internal talent development strategies by promoting a culture of continuous learning by helping deliver personalized development experiences and growth opportunities.
• Contribute to the development and execution of communication strategies that align with business objectives and foster open, two‑way communication across all levels.
• Support internal communication efforts by drafting site announcements, assisting with employee engagement events (e.g., Fireside Chats, Listening Sessions), and helping implement communication strategies that promote open dialogue across all levels.
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes, maintain employee documentation, and support international assignment logistics and immigration compliance tracking.
• Provide general HR site support as needed.
• Help promote and coordinate enterprise‑wide initiatives such as the BE Heard Survey and BW Moves, including communication, training, and reporting activities.

What we’re looking for

Currently pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field. Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word). Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism. Analytical mindset with the ability to run reports and interpret data. Self‑motivated, proactive, and eager to learn in a team‑oriented setting. Comfortable engaging with employees at all levels and contributing to a positive workplace culture.

What we believe

• Inclusion-We value diversity in people, ideas, and experiences.
• Integrity- We believe in transparency, authenticity, and depend on each other to deliver what we promise.
• Excellence- We contribute to our developments by seeking knowledge and sharing information.
• Responsibility- We care about our local communities and the global environment.
• Collaboration- We are one BorgWarner.

Safety

This position will adhere to Global Star Safety Program, including safety rules, practices and training as outlined in the BorgWarner PTC Safety Policy Manual, which includes the use of equipment, protective devices, or clothing that the employer requires. This individual will work in manners that stress the importance of preventing accidents and illnesses. He/she must take every precaution reasonable in the given circumstance for the protection of themselves and coworkers. In addition, he/she is responsible for reporting all injuries and/or possible dangerous situations, incidents, or occurrences to the immediate supervisor.

Equal Employment Opportunity

BorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Visa Sponsorship

BorgWarner does provide sponsorship for employment visa status based on business need. However, for this role, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.

Join the company that is creating solutions that support a cleaner, more energy‑efficient world.

For more information about BorgWarner, please visit www.borgwarner.com