HR Intern: Recruit, Onboard & Drive HR Projects

Kenworth Truck Co.; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401k with company match

Medical, dental, and vision plans

FSA/HSA options

Wellness programs

Job summary

Kenworth Division of PACCAR is offering a 2027 HR internship in Kirkland, WA for students in high school senior year or college. You will gain hands-on experience in recruitment, onboarding, HR project work, and employee engagement activities with mentorship from HR leaders.

The program begins May or June 2027 and includes competitive pay, 401k, and comprehensive benefits. This internship emphasizes diverse, inclusive culture and professional development within a Fortune 500 company.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to multi-task
• Resourceful and a self-starter
• Strong professionalism
• Analytical and critical thinking
• Sense of urgency

Responsibilities

• Support recruiting efforts: create/close job requisitions, source candidates, coordinate and schedule phone screens and interviews
• Communicate updates between Recruiters, Hiring Managers and Candidates
• Lead HR projects and assist in planning and problem solving
• Assist with HR policies, benefits, payroll, leave, and questions
• Coordinate division employee engagement activities (Health & Wellness Fair, Summer Family Day, Intern Events)
• Provide HRIS data entry support and onboarding assistance
• File and audit employee records and maintain processes
• Provide front desk coverage as needed

Skills

MS Office

Verbal & written comms

Multi-tasking

Self-starter

Professionalism

Analytical thinking

Sense of urgency

Education

High school seniors/college students

Job description

Kenworth Division of PACCAR is offering a 2027 HR internship in Kirkland, WA for students in high school senior year or college. You will gain hands-on experience in recruitment, onboarding, HR project work, and employee engagement activities with mentorship from HR leaders.

The program begins May or June 2027 and includes competitive pay, 401k, and comprehensive benefits. This internship emphasizes diverse, inclusive culture and professional development within a Fortune 500 company.