Human Resources Internship Summer 2027

Woodward, Inc.; Niles (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Sick time

Vision insurance

Job summary

Woodward, Inc. in Illinois offers an HR internship to gain real-world business acumen within the Aerospace and Energy industry. The program emphasizes exposure to HR projects, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration with other teams.

Interns gain hands-on experience, network with professionals, and may be considered for potential full-time opportunities. Applicants should be sophomores with a 3.0+ GPA and be prepared to work 20+ hours per week.

Qualifications

• Sophomore standing in an accredited College or University with a 3.0+ GPA.
• Experience on HR projects is a plus but not required.
• Proficiency with MS Office and ability to analyze data to create reports.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing HR-related projects.
• Track project timelines, deliverables, and milestones to ensure deadlines are met.
• Research and implement best practices for HR project management processes.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Data analysis

Data visualization

Education

Sophomore in accredited College/University

Tools

Planisware

Job description

Woodward supports our members' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Woodward offers a Total Reward package for this Internship position, including

• Estimated pay: Sophomore: $21.00, Junior: $23.00, and Senior: $25.00
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance (20+ hours per week)
• Sick Time

Are you ready to make your mark? If you're a Human Resources or Business major, we have an exciting internship opportunity for you.

The purpose of an internship at Woodward is to provide students with the opportunity to gain exposure and "real life" business acumen within the Aerospace and Energy Industry. Our internships also provide students with the opportunity to learn and gain practical experience and to work in areas related to their academic and/or career interests. Gain hands-on experience while working on challenging projects, network with professionals and learn from some of the brightest minds in business.

The experience also gives the intern opportunity for potential full-time employment with the company.

What you will be doing

Project Support

• Assist in planning and executing HR-related projects.
• Track project timelines, deliverables, and milestones to ensure deadlines are met.

Process Improvement

• Research and recommend best practices for improving HR project management processes.

Communication and Coordination

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather input and ensure alignment on project goals.
• Draft internal communications, such as email updates or project summaries, as needed.

Administrative Support

• Organize and maintain project documentation.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings, including preparing agendas and taking meeting notes.

What We Are Looking For

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Planisware) is a plus.
• Ability to analyze data and create visually appealing reports or presentations.

Interpersonal Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• A proactive and positive attitude with a willingness to learn.

Organizational Skills

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Comfortable working within deadlines and maintaining accountability.

Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

• Basic understanding of how to interpret data and identify trends.
• A creative thinker who can propose solutions to challenges.

Education or Formal Training

Must be at least a sophomore in an accredited College or University program and have an acceptable grade point average of 3.0 or higher.

Experience Required

No experience required. Previous internship or other working experience, a plus.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR and EAR, or possess all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State Department and the U.S. Department of Commerce. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.