Human Resource Intern

Echo Global Logistics; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Ten weeks paid internship

Potential for full-time employment

Job summary

Echo Global Logistics is offering an HR Intern role in Chicago for a 10-week paid internship, with a hybrid work model and potential for full-time employment. You will work closely with the HR team on real-world projects, enhancing your HR skills and gaining exposure to company-wide initiatives.

The role requires starting May 24, 2027, and completing the full 10 weeks, with in-office presence in Chicago three days a week and hybrid two days. No GPA requirement is stated.

Qualifications

• Must have passion for logistics and a can-do attitude.
• Organized, professional, and coachable with strong problem solving, communication, time management, and project management skills.
• Team-oriented with willingness to collaborate and support the team.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the HR team on a capstone project.
• Research and assist with HR project requests.
• Assist with Handshake recruiting campaigns and internship programs; support social media campaigns.
• Shadow individuals within different departments as needed.
• Complete additional tasks for the HR team.

Skills

Passion for Logistics

Can-do attitude

Organization & professionalism

Problem solving

Team player

Job description

The world of transportation has never been more dynamic. If you’re the type of person who craves opportunity and challenge in a supportive and collaborative setting, you belong here.

The Echo Trailblazers internship gives you the confidence, community, and communication skills needed to forge a new path. As a member of the Echo Global Logistics team, you’ll work on real-world projects, learn from logistics legends, and work toward a common goal: simplifying transportation for our clients and carriers.You will be on the road to success as an Echo Trailblazer!

As a HR Intern, you will work closely with the HR team and have daily projects to work on and grow your HR skills. No 2 days will be the same throughout the summer for you, as you will receive first hand experience of working within a growing HR team.

What We're Looking For

• Passion for Logistics: A keen interest and willingness to learn and try new things
• Possess a can-do attitude and believes anything is possible with the right focus
• Be organized, professional, and coachable with strong problem solving, communication, time management, and project management skills
• Team Player: Willingness to collaborate and support the team in various ways

What You'll Gain

• Hands-On Experience: Work on impactful opportunities related to our clients and company
• Career Development: Enhance your skills and build a strong work ethic
• Network Opportunities: Connect with industry professionals and attend company events

Responsibilities & Job Duties

• Partner with the specified HR team on a capstone project
• Research and assist with requests related to HR projects
• Projects may include assisting with Handshake recruiting campaigns , assisting and executing with internship programs, assist with social media campaigns, and more!
• Opportunity to shadow individuals within different departments
• Be willing to complete additional tasks that arise within the HR team

What's in it for You?

• 10-week paid internship working alongside various teams at Echo
• Join a vibrant team with casual dress in a collaborative, can-do environment
• Enjoy a hybrid working model
• Learning resources outside your day-to-day roles
• Exposure to real-business experiences
• Potential for full-time employment

Requirements

• Must be able to start May 24th, 2027 and complete the entire 10 week program
• Currently enrolled at a university as a rising senior, with at least one semester remaining after completion of internship
• Able to work in our Chicago office 3 days and hybrid 2 days a week
• No major or GPA requirements

Echo Global Logistics is a leading provider of technology-enabled solutions and supply chain management. We utilize technology to simplify transportation management for our clients and carriers by handling the critical tasks on their behalf so they can focus on what they do best. From coast to coast, dock to dock, and across all major transportation modes, Echo connects businesses that ship their products with carriers who transport those goods quickly, securely, and cost-effectively.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or Vietnam era or other protected veteran.

Benefits

For more information about our benefit offerings, please visit our careers page at https://www.echo.com/company/careers.

Compensation

$35,223.00-50,166.00 per year