Human Resources Intern- Summer 2027

Dexter; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Dexter in Elkhart, IN is seeking a Human Resources Intern to assist the HR team with projects and day-to-day administration, including recruiting, employer branding, communications, training, onboarding, and maintaining HR data.

Potential internship locations include Elkhart, Bristol, and Albion, IN. You will gain hands-on exposure across HR while supporting programs that enhance the employee experience.

Qualifications

• Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university.
• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in HR, Business or Communications.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Willingness to learn and assist across HR functions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with updates to HR policies and procedures.
• Support annual compensation processes and related HR initiatives.
• Assist with pre-employment activities and onboarding of new hires.
• Contribute to training and development, including learning materials.
• Help with HR data entry and maintenance in ADP and PRISM.
• Organize, digitize, and audit employee files for accuracy and compliance.
• Support benefits communications and open enrollment planning.
• Write and revise job descriptions and advertisements.
• Assist with recruiting activities, including Handshake and career fairs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Professionalism

Presentation skills

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's or Master's degree in HR, Business, Communications, or related field

Job description

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At Dexter, we manufacture and distribute axles, accessories, and towing components primarily serving the commercial trailer, RV, marine, agriculture, and manufactured housing markets. We’re building products and systems that are rooted in a culture of safety, collaboration, and innovation.

Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, Dexter has manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. Employing state-of-the-art robotics, precision welding equipment, and automated machining processes, Dexter has achieved over 65 years of success through a commitment to the principles of superior quality, continuous improvement, and unparalleled customer service.

For more information about our company, access Dexter's web site at www.dextergroup.com.

Human Resources Internship

The Human Resources Intern will assist the Dexter HR team with projects and day-to-day HR administration, including recruiting, employer branding, communications, training, onboarding, and maintaining HR data. This role provides hands-on experience across multiple areas of Human Resources while supporting programs and processes that help create a positive employee experience.

Potential locations for this internship include Elkhart, Bristol, and Albion Indiana.

As a Human Resources Intern, you will be working on hands-on projects. Potential projects may include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting with updates to HR policies and procedure documents
• Supporting annual compensation processes and related HR initiatives
• Helping with pre-employment activities and the onboarding of new hires
• Contributing to training and development efforts, including the creation of learning materials and courses
• Assisting with HR data entry and maintenance in systems such as ADP and PRISM
• Organizing, digitizing, and auditing employee files for accuracy and compliance
• Supporting benefits communications and open enrollment planning
• Writing and revising job descriptions and job advertisements
• Supporting recruiting activities, including Handshake, career fairs, and other university recruiting efforts
• Assisting with additional HR projects and initiatives as assigned

To be successful in this role, you must possess the following:

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong time-management and problem-solving abilities
• Clear, professional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Professionalism and the ability to maintain confidentiality of company, employee, and applicant information
• High level of ethics and accountability
• Enthusiasm for people, employee engagement, and Human Resources
• Ability to deliver small-group presentations
• Basic knowledge of employment law principles
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn

In addition, you must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, or a related field.

Work Authorization

Dexter will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a background check and drug screen. Dexter is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.