Human Resources Leadership Development Internship Program – Summer 2027

Pentair plc; Golden Valley (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Pentair invites ambitious students to join a 12-week Leadership Development Internship Program. You will work on real-world, strategic HR projects, guided by Pentair leaders who are invested in your growth, and participate in a formal mentorship program.

During residency in Minnesota, you will network with senior HR leaders, engage in development sessions, and gain hands-on experience across Talent, L&D, and Culture with the potential for a full-time opportunity after graduation.

Qualifications

• Be pursuing a Master’s Degree in Human Resources and Industrial Relations, Human Resources Management/Development or MBA from an accredited university.
• Be enrolled as a first year Graduate student.
• Have a strong interest in pursuing the Human Resources Leadership Development Program which will require at least one relocation over the three year program in locations throughout the United States upon graduation.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Work on real-world, strategic HR projects during the internship.
• Participate in mentorship and development sessions with HR leaders.
• Present project objectives, processes, and results to leadership at internship end.
• Relocate if required for program residency and future roles.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Leadership

Education

Master's Degree in HR/IR or MBA

Job description

Job Description

Ignite your Career Journey with Pentair’s Leadership Development Internship Program! Are you ready to dive into a world of innovation and hands‑on learning? Pentair invites ambitious and forward‑thinking students to apply to join our summer internship program.

What Awaits You

Embark on a 12-week experience where innovation, creativity and professionalism prosper. As an intern at Pentair, you will be provided with an immersive and collaborative career development experience guided by Pentair leaders who are invested in your growth.

Make a Difference

Pentair’s interns are afforded the opportunity to explore their skillset hands‑on while participating in a variety of professional development activities. Each intern will be assigned to a real‑world, strategic business project that they will be immersed in for the summer. Interns will present their project objectives, processes, and overall results and impact to leadership at the conclusion of the internship program.

Professional Cohort Development

In addition to a formal mentorship program, one‑on‑one coffee chats with Pentair leaders and weekly sessions with segment presidents, the entire intern cohort is flown to Minnesota for a professional development week. During the residency in Minnesota, interns will network with the Executive Leadership Team, volunteer as a cohort, and further develop their professional skills by participating in development sessions with the Learning & Development team, Pentair’s Business Resource Groups, the Culture & Inclusion team and many more.

About Pentair

At Pentair, we believe the health of our world depends on reliable access to clean water. We design, manufacture, and deliver a comprehensive range of smart, sustainable water solutions to homes, business, and industries around the world. Whether it is improving, moving, or enjoying water, we help manage the world’s most precious resource.

Pentair Will

• Provide the opportunity to work with Human Resources leaders and teams in the areas of manufacturing operations, business unit or functional HR, HR Shared Services and HR Centers of Excellence (ie. Talent, L&D, Compensation, Culture).
• Provide the opportunity to complete meaningful projects as part of an HR team that benefit the site, business/function or COE you work with.
• Provide foundational HR experiences that help you build your HR acumen, advance your skills, and increase your understanding of HR’s impact on the organization.
• Provide valuable business connections that extend beyond the HR function.
• Provide development and mentoring in line with Pentair’s development philosophy.
• Pay competitively.
• Offer a variety of professional development, social, and volunteer events to help you make valuable connections throughout the summer months.
• Provide the opportunity to deliver a professional presentation of your key learnings to the Pentair leadership team with the potential for a full‑time position upon graduation.

Professional Development you can expect

• Impactful Project-based assignments to hone your project and stakeholder management skills.
• Build your network with colleagues and senior leaders in HR and throughout the organization.
• Professional presentation skills to capture your audience and deliver an impactful message.
• Deepen your skills in at least one core area of Human Resources.

Who we’re looking for

• Self‑starting individuals who possess the passion and drive to succeed.
• Resilient and agile problem solvers.
• Individuals with a sense of urgency and bias for action to operate in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proven leadership throughout your academic career.
• Previous internship experience in is preferable.
• Willing and able to relocate at time of hire and as your career progresses within the organization.

Minimum Qualifications

• Be pursuing a Master’s Degree in Human Resources and Industrial Relations, Human Resources Management/Development or MBA from an accredited university.
• Be enrolled as a first year Graduate student.
• Have a strong interest in pursuing the Human Resources Leadership Development Program which will require at least one relocation over the three year program in locations throughout the United States upon graduation.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Key Internship Information

• 12-week internship program with two start date options: Session 1: Late May – Early August 2027 Session 2: Early June – Mid-August 2027
• This position pays an hourly rate of $35.00/ hour.
• Interns work approximately 40-hours each week during the internship.
• Financial support may be offered to those relocating for Pentair’s Summer 2027 Internship Program.

Posting End Date: March 1st, 2027

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pentair is an Equal Opportunity Employer. With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day. At Pentair, we help the world sustainably move, improve, and enjoy water, life’s most essential resource. From our residential and commercial water solutions, to industrial water management and everything in between, Pentair is focused on smart, sustainable water solutions that help our planet and people thrive.

Pentair had revenue in 2023 of approximately $4.1 billion, and trades under the ticker symbol PNR. With approximately 10,500 global employees serving customers in more than 150 countries, we work to help improve lives and the environment around the world.

To learn more, visit Pentair.com.