HR Intern

Covestro AG; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Covestro is offering a summer internship within the North American HR team, focusing on People Development/Learning and HR Business Partnering. You will work on projects across HR, contribute to content governance, and gain cross-functional exposure with HR Partners and program owners across multiple U.S.

locations. The role emphasizes practical learning, mentorship, and involvement in process improvements using AI across HR portfolios, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and independent

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Human Resources or Organizational Development or related field.
• Undergraduate candidates must have completed their sophomore year and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and updating the HR learning content SharePoint site, including content owners and review schedules.
• Developing/updating training courses using EasyGenerator or other available tools.
• Supporting the GoMentor mentoring program through communications and marketing materials.
• Assisting the HRBP team with critical position identification and automation processes.
• Partnering with the HRBP team to identify/implement process improvements leveraging AI in HR products and services.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Written communication

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in HR/OD

Tools

EasyGenerator

AI content tools

Job description

We are Covestro. We are curious. We are courageous. We are colorful. We refine chemical material solutions with game-changing products. Let us empower you to push boundaries. Join us and our 18,000 colleagues now and together we will make the world a brighter place.WHAT WE OFFERThis internship provides a motivated student with hands-on experience across two core HR functions: People Development/Learning and HR Business Partnering. The intern will contribute to active projects and operational priorities while also supporting the HR team with day-to-day activities. The role is designed to expose the intern to the breadth of HR’s work at Covestro and may include additional projects as business needs arise.This role sits within the North American HR team and contributes equally to the People Development & Learning function and the HR Business Partner function. The intern reports to an HR manager and collaborates with HR Partners, Learning Partners, and program owners across multiple US locations.Responsibilities:Support a focused set of projects over the course of the internship. The specific assignments will be determined based on business priorities at the time of joining and may draw from any of the following areas:Maintaining and updating the HR learning content review SharePoint site, including content owners, subject matter experts, and review schedulesDeveloping/updating training courses using EasyGenerator or other available toolsSupporting the GoMentor mentoring program through participant communications, marketing materials, or system-based matching activitiesAssisting the HRBP team with the critical position identification and automation processPartner with the HRBP team to identify/implement process improvement opportunities utilizing AI across our HR portfolio of products and servicesContributing to other HR projects and priorities as business needs evolve across People Development and HR Business Partner functionsThe intern should expect to contribute meaningfully to one or two of these areas rather than all of them, with scope and focus shaped by the team's needs at the start of the summer.Value Added:Contributes directly to active, high-priority HR initiativesDelivers tangible outputs in learning content governance, course development, critical position identification, and mentoring program operationsBridges two HR functions (PD and HRBP), gaining cross-functional perspective uncommon in a single internship experienceWHAT YOU OFFERBasic Qualifications:Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Human Resources or Organizational Development, or related degreeUndergraduate candidates must have completed their sophomore yearMinimum GPA of 3.0Preferred Qualifications:Prior internship or office-based work experienceExperience in HR systems and generative AI (i.e., ChatGPT/Claude/DeepSeek) and content development tools (such as EasyGenerator)Experience translating data into actionable insights and communicating findings in a way that is easy for diverse stakeholders to understandFamiliarity with process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) or similar frameworksKnowledge & Skills:Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to different audiencesAbility to work independently while also collaborating effectively on a team.Strong critical thinking and analytical skills; able to synthesize information into clear takeawaysAbility to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentialityDetail-oriented, organized, and able to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environmentYOUR APPLICATIONAre you as curious, courageous and colorful as we are? If so, we can offer you an exciting career opportunity. We look forward to receiving your application and resume. Become part of our team - apply now!Equal Employment Opportunity: Hiring and advancement are based on job-related requirements and on an individual's qualifications to perform a job. All aspects of employment are carried out free of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disabilities, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression or any unlawful criterion, existing under applicable federal, state, or local law.Contact UsInfo-Hotline: [phone]If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access this site as a result of your disability. To make a request, please call [phone].