Human Resources Intern - General (Summer 2027)

FedEx; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

Job summary

FedEx is seeking an HR internship candidate to gain real-world experience across multiple HR areas and to support ongoing initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal students or recent graduates will have a strong academic record, solid MS Office proficiency, and an interest in HR analytics and AI-enabled tools. The program runs 10 weeks with on-site involvement in Aurora, CO and relocation stipend available.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled student or recent graduate with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Degree programs include HR Management, Psychology, Organizational Leadership or related majors.
• No prior experience required for internship.
• Availability to work 40 hours/week for a 10-week program (June 7–August 13).
• Strong MS Office skills and ability to analyze workforce data.

Responsibilities

• Assist in HR areas such as recruiting, onboarding and employee relations.
• Present long-term HR solutions impacting business and customer experience.
• Participate in networking and community service events.
• Assist with HR initiatives and special projects, meeting deadlines.

Skills

Core HR Operations

Compliance

Support & Service

Communication Skills

Ethics & Discretion

MS Office (Excel/PowerPoint)

Generative AI tools

Workforce analytics

Relationship Building

Problem-Solving

Task Management

Project Execution

Adaptability

Initiative

Education

Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership

Industrial-Organizational Psychology

Labor and Employee Relations

Tools

Microsoft Copilot

ChatGPT

Google Gemini

Job description

As a FedEx Intern, you will be working on projects gaining you valuable, real-world experience in a professional environment as it relates to your field of study.

Location Details

The desired locations for this position are Aurora, CO, Grove City, OH, or Olive Branch, MS.

Essential Functions

• Under close supervision, the successful candidate will gain experience in one or more of the following areas within HR: Organizational Effectiveness, Compensation, Learning and Development, Recruitment, Workforce Strategy and Planning, HR Systems, Employee Relations, Business Consulting, Enterprise Health Care, and HR Analytics.
• Present and deliver long-term solutions that will have significant impacts to the business and/or customer experience.
• Participates in various networking and/or community service events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Areas of Study

Bachelor of Science (BS) / Bachelor of Arts (BA) in:

• Human Resource Management
• Psychology
• Business Administration
• Organizational Leadership

Preferred Skills & Competencies

HR Fundamentals & Knowledge

• Core HR Operations: Experience or coursework in recruiting, onboarding, and employee relations.
• Compliance: Awareness of employment laws and HR compliance.
• Support & Service: Customer service orientation with the ability to support both employees and leadership.

Communication & Professionalism

• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication capabilities.
• Ethics & Discretion: Professionalism, high integrity, and a proven ability to maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive information.

Technical & Analytical Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite: Proficiency in MS Office applications, with an emphasis on Excel and PowerPoint.
• Generative AI: Proficiency in using generative AI tools (such as Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, or Google Gemini).
• Analytical Capabilities: Ability to review workforce data and reports, identifying trends in turnover, attendance, or recruiting metrics.

Interpersonal & Problem-Solving Skills

• Relationship Building: Active listening, relationship building, and a team-oriented mindset.
• Problem-Solving: Conflict resolution, critical thinking, and proactive problem-solving.

Project, Time, & Organizational Management

• Task Management: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, competing priorities, and pay close attention to detail.
• Project Execution: Assisting with HR initiatives and special projects, meeting deadlines, and following up on action items.

Key Personal Attributes

• Adaptability & Agility: Adaptability, curiosity, and a strong learning agility/willingness to learn.
• Initiative: Self-starting capability and proactive drive.

Minimum Education

Currently enrolled student or recent college graduate (within 6 months of graduation) at a college/university obtaining a 3.0 GPA or higher.

Degree: Currently enrolled in aBachelor’s degree program such as Human Resources Management, Psychology, Organizational Leadership or Performance, Organizational Management, Organizational Development, Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Labor and Employee Relations or other related major.

Minimum Experience

No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to work productively and proactively, both independently and as a part of a team.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.

Demonstrates interpersonal communication skills.

Time management, organizational and multi-tasking skills necessary to work in a fast-paced environment, handling various tasks and changing priorities, while maintaining a high attention to detail and accuracy to achieve daily assignments and goals.

Verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with across business units and to all levels of management.

Ability to analyze, review, and make recommendations.

Immigration

Immigration sponsorship is not available for intern positions. Sponsorship may be available for full‑time, exempt positions, depending on the specific role and federal regulations. Note, sponsorship is never guaranteed under any circumstances.

Pay Transparency

The compensation listed reflects the pay range or rate of pay reasonably expected for this posted position at the posted location or locations. If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the pay information represents the ranges for each level in that job family. Actual pay is determined by several job-related factors permitted by law and relevant to the position, including, but not limited to, experience relative to the job, tenure, market level, pay at the location for this job, performance, schedule, and work assignment. In California, the compensation listed reflects the range or rate of pay reasonably expected for this posted position upon hire. In New Jersey, any compensable Security and Walk time will be paid to non‑exempt/hourly employees at the state minimum wage.

Pay

Salary is $25/hour for undergraduates and $30/hour for graduates. A $2,000 stipend is available for those relocating over 50 miles for an on‑site or hybrid internship or co‑op experience.

Additional Details

Availability to work 40 hours/week for a 10‑week program, June 7th - August 13th. Resumes should include the following information: email address, phone number, name of college/university, degree, major, GPA, date of intended graduation (month & year).

Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.

Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations in the application or hiring process should contact [e-mail].

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

• Know Your Rights
• Pay Transparency
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act