Human Resources Intern

Christensen Farms; Sleepy Eye (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Christensen Farms is seeking an HR intern in Sleepy Eye, MN to gain hands-on experience across onboarding, training and development, recruiting, and employee engagement.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, initiative, and the ability to manage projects with guidance from the HR team. You will work with the HR Manager to support data entry, reporting, and HR activities using MS Office.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to handle confidential information.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support to the HR team.
• Assist with recruiting tasks: posting jobs, reviewing applications, scheduling interviews.
• Support HR projects and process improvements from planning to completion.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Currently pursuing HR/Business degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Position Overview & Responsibilities

This internship provides hands-on experience and exposure to multiple areas of Human Resources, including onboarding, training and development, recruiting, employee engagement, and HR administration. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, organized, adaptable, and able to maintain a high level of confidentiality. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of assigned projects and gain practical experience managing initiatives independently while receiving guidance and support from the HR team.

Position Overview & Responsibilities

This internship provides hands-on experience and exposure to multiple areas of Human Resources, including onboarding, training and development, recruiting, employee engagement, and HR administration. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, organized, adaptable, and able to maintain a high level of confidentiality. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of assigned projects and gain practical experience managing initiatives independently while receiving guidance and support from the HR team.

Major Areas Of Accountability

• Provide general administrative support to the HR team.
• Assist with recruiting efforts, including posting jobs, reviewing applications, and scheduling interviews.
• Participate in HR projects such as employee engagement initiatives, documentation, and process improvements.
• Independently manage assigned HR projects and initiatives from planning through completion, providing updates and recommendations as needed.
• Support the maintenance of employee records and reporting as needed.
• Utilize Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint, to maintain records, analyze data, prepare reports, and support HR activities.
• Assist with data entry, tracking metrics, and developing reports to support HR decision-making

Reports To

• Human Resources Manager

Education, Training, And Experience Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Demonstrated tact and diplomacy in handling highly sensitive and confidential information.
• Must use sound judgment in the consistent implementation of policies and procedures, evaluation of potential employees, and other related areas.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Positive attitude, initiative, and willingness to learn
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage projects and priorities independently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite required, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience using Excel for data tracking, reporting, and analysis preferred.

Christensen Farms promotes a culture of inclusion and strives to attract a diverse set of candidates for each of our open positions. We are an equal employment opportunity employer and proud to offer employment and growth opportunities to all candidates without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status.

Learn more about how you can put your passion and talent to work with us at:

https://www.christensenfarms.com/careers/positions-available/

Salary: $20 per hour