Human Resources Intern

Kemin; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Kemin Industries invites applications for its 2027 Human Resources Intern program, a 10–12 week summer internship designed to build foundational HR skills through a real project with direct impact on daily operations.

Interns receive mentorship, participate in team-building activities, and present outcomes to leadership, enhancing career readiness in a private, global biotech environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• A high level of enthusiasm and passion for the field.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support a summer project with measurable impact.
• Assist with day-to-day HR team tasks.
• Participate in department meetings and share ideas.
• Coordinate with other departments on initiatives.
• Identify process improvements and document standard work.
• Engage in internship program events and trainings.
• Prepare a final presentation for leadership at program end.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Pursuing Business/HR/Organizational Leadership degree

Job description

Overview

Kemin Industries is now receiving applications for our 2027 Human Resources Intern!

As an HR Intern, you'll have the opportunity to build foundational human resources skills while contributing to meaningful projects across the team.

Our comprehensive internship program lasts 10-12 weeks. During that time, our interns are assigned a project that will have a direct impact on Kemin's day to day operations. At the culmination of the program, they enjoy an opportunity to present their project and results to Kemin team members including our executive team. In addition to their project, interns also receive mentor-shipand guidance that will help prepare them for their long term careers.

At Kemin, we're not all work and no play! We provide our interns with networking, social gathering, and team building activities throughout the summer.

If this sounds like an ideal way to spend your summer, we'd love to hear from you.

Join the Kemin Team and Transform Lives!

We are a privately held, family-owned-and-operated global biotechnology company driven by curiosity and committed to transforming the quality of life for people, pets, and the planet.

We create solutions that strengthen health and wellbeing, provide nutrition and immune support for pets and production animals, safeguard the planet’s natural resources, and protect the global food supply chain for generations to come.

We supply over 500 specialty ingredients for various industries, including human and animal health and nutrition, pet food, aquaculture, nutraceutical, food technologies, crop technologies, textiles, biofuels, and animal vaccines.

We employ 3,500 global employees and operations in 90 countries, including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, Egypt, India, Italy, San Marino, Singapore, South Africa, and the United States

Responsibilities

• Spearhead a summer project that will leave a lasting impact


• Assist with various tasks within your team


• Participate in department meetings and contribute ideas regularly.


• Liaison with other departments regarding work and initiatives.


• Identify process improvements and create standard work


• Partake in the Kemin Summer Internship Program events and trainings.


• Prepare and give a final presentation to Kemin Industries leadership.

Qualifications

• Currently with an accredited college or university, pursuing a Business, HR, or Organizational Leadership.


• Ability to commit to 10-12 weeks of full time employment during the months of May-August.


• Excellent written and oral communication skills.


• A high level of passion for your field of study.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed/religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status (where applicable), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy/childbirth/breastfeeding or related conditions, age (40+), disability (including the use of a service animal), genetic information, marital status, familial or caregiver status, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, reproductive health decision‑making, and any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also prohibit retaliation for raising concerns or participating in an EEO process. Applicants who need a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview can email [e-mail].

A post-offer background check and drug screen is required. Additional pre-employment requirements may be necessary based on position.

Kemin is a drug-free and tobacco-free campus.