Human Resources Intern

Neogen; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development activities

Networking opportunities

Intern events and learning sessions

Job summary

Neogen is offering an HR Intern position designed for students pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Psychology, or related fields. The role focuses on supporting recruiting, onboarding, and employee engagement while gaining hands-on experience in a professional corporate setting.

You will assist with candidate communications, onboarding activities, and HR data entry, and you’ll participate in HR projects related to talent acquisition and process improvements while

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Admin, Psychology, Communications, or related field.
• Rising sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Preferred: leadership via campus orgs, volunteer work, or employment.
• Interest in HR career and teamwork experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recruiting activities: reviewing resumes, scheduling interviews, candidate communications.
• Support onboarding and orientation activities for new hires.
• Help coordinate employee engagement, recognition programs, and events.
• Maintain confidential HR records and assist with data entry and reporting.
• Participate in HR projects focused on talent acquisition and process improvement.
• Assist with internship program activities and networking events.
• Partner with HR on special projects and presentations.
• Provide administrative support to the HR team as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written & verbal communication

Interpersonal discretion

Learning attitude

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Admin, Psychology, Communications

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Come Be Part of a Mission that Matters! About Us At Neogen, we are committed to developing future talent by providing meaningful internship experiences that offer real-world exposure, professional development, and opportunities to contribute to business priorities.

Position Summary

The HR Intern will support key initiatives within the department while gaining hands-on experience in a professional corporate environment. This internship provides an opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real business challenges, collaborate with experienced professionals, and develop valuable career skills.

Internship Project Key Responsibilities

• Assist with recruiting activities, including reviewing resumes, scheduling interviews, and supporting candidate communications.
• Support onboarding and orientation activities for new hires.
• Help coordinate employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and company events.
• Maintain confidential HR records and assist with data entry and reporting.
• Participate in HR projects focused on talent acquisition, employee experience, and process improvement.
• Assist with internship program activities and networking events.
• Partner with HR team members on special projects and presentations.
• Provide administrative support to the Human Resources team as needed.

Qualifications Required

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Communications, or a related field.
• Rising sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Preferred Previous leadership experience through campus organizations, volunteer work, or employment.
• Interest in pursuing a career in Human Resources.
• Experience working on team projects and collaborating with others.

What Interns Will Gain

• Meaningful, hands-on HR experience
• Exposure to a variety of Human Resources functions
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities
• Networking with leaders across the organization
• Opportunity to contribute to real business initiatives

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay
• Professional development activities
• Networking opportunities
• Participation in intern events and learning sessions

Equal Opportunity Statement

Neogen is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics.

WHO IS NEOGEN

From farm to fork, we offer solutions to enhance the quality, quantity and safety of the global food supply. Our food safety diagnostics are used within farming operations to the production facilities of most of the world’s best-known food companies. Neogen’s solutions are critical to the health and well-being of our customers’ operations - and in turn their consumers. What we do matters! Neogen’s culture combines stability with a deep believe in providing professional and personal growth. Our Pillars of Trust - the principles which guide our everyday decision-making, include Openness, Honesty, Credibility, Respect, and Service. It’s the belief in these characteristics that provide a consistent, happy and healthy work environment for our employees. At Neogen, we are extremely proud of our record of sustained growth, as well as our development and acquisition of advanced technology since our founding in 1982. Neogen has thrived - and will continue to thrive - because our employees thrive here.