HRLDP Internship - MS/MBA Summer 2027

alcon; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Functional Programming

Networking Events

Tailored Development

Executive Presentations

Job summary

Alcon, a global leader in eye care, seeks HRLDP Summer Interns for the Fort Worth, TX headquarters. You will contribute to Global Talent Acquisition, Diversity & Inclusion, Culture Capabilities & Talent, or Total Rewards, supporting ongoing HR projects and onboarding initiatives.

This 10–12 week, full-time program offers mentorship, networking, and structured development, with potential full-time progression upon completion.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited university for at least one semester before internship.
• Pursuing graduate degree (MS in HR or MBA with HR focus).
• Minimum GPA 2.8 (4.0 scale).
• Authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.

Responsibilities

• Support GTA, D&I, CC&T, or Total Rewards projects during internship.
• Contribute to university recruiting, employment branding, and candidate engagement efforts.
• Assist in talent development and onboarding initiatives for new associates.
• Engage in three rotations in HR Leadership Development Program post-internship.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Oral and written communication

Education

MS in HR

MBA with HR focus

Job description

As the global leader in eye care, Alcon has a rich history of providing quality products to customers and patients all over the world. We have led the drive for ophthalmic innovation over the last 80 years, and we're just getting started. We are mission-driven to continue identifying and eliminating unmet medical needs to further advance eye health worldwide. We’re looking for exceptionally talented, driven people who want to make a difference. If you’d like to help us change the way the world sees, this is your chance to Be Brilliant!

The HR team at Alcon is seeking 202 7 HRLDP Summer Interns. Interns will work on key HR projects within one Center s of Excellence (COE): Global Talent Acquisition, Diversity & Inclusion, Culture Capabilities & Talent (CC&T) , or Total Rewards .

Key Projects:

CC&T:

• The CC&T team is focused on projects and initiatives related to organizational culture, associate engagement, and talent development.
• Projects subject c hange: Develop strategy for the company-wide continuous learning movement (Development in Action), supporting the launch of a new onboarding program for all people leaders and new associates around the globe, and sourcing a new talent management platform.

GTA and D&I:

• This role supports both the Global Talent Acquisition (GTA) and Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) functions. The team focuses on attracting, engaging, and developing diverse talent while strengthening Alcon's employer brand and fostering an inclusive workplace culture.
• Past projects: S upporting university recruiting and internship programs, employment branding initiatives, candidate engagement efforts, and D&I programs and events.

Total Rewards :

• The Total Rewards team is focused on projects and initiatives related to compensation, benefits, wellbeing, and recognition programs. Projects may include: Research, benchmarking, data analysis, communications, and project support across compensation, benefits, wellbeing, and recognition programs

Location: Internship will be located at our U.S headquarters in Fort Worth, TX.

After successful completion of an HR LDP internship at Alcon, interns may be considered for participation in the full‑time HR Leadership Development Program (HRLDP ). HRLDP is a key pipeline for graduate degree talent with ambition to advance into HR leadership positions within Alcon. Members will engage in three, 12‑month rotations. Rotations will include 2 HRBP positions and 1 HR COE position in Talent Acquisition.

Program benefits will include:

• Mentorship
• Functional Programming
• Networking Events
• Tailored Development
• Executive Presentations presented to Alcon leadership

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be enrolled in an accredited university or college for at least one semester prior to the internship, and at least one additional semester following your internship.
• Must be pursuing a graduate level degree (MS) in HR or obtaining an MBA with a HR/management focus.
• Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8 (out of 4.0).
• Must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.
• Must be able to commit to a 10- 12 weeks , full-time (minimum of 40 hours weekly) position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrates leadership skills ( i.e. extracurricular activities or projects).
• Strong analytical skills and experience with data analysis.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

ALCON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY Alcon takes pride in maintaining an inclusive environment that values different perspectives and our policies are non-discriminatory in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.