Human Resources Summer Internship Positions

Cummins Inc; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc. offers an HR internship focused on first-line support to employees and managers across the U.S. This role emphasizes coaching, HR processes, and compliance with local policies to boost employee experience.

You'll assist in delivering end-to-end HR solutions, build stakeholder relationships, and ensure data management aligns with organizational objectives, while learning about compensation, onboarding, and workforce initiatives.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of data analytics, HR Consulting practices, and process execution.
• Courage and ability to communicate effectively articulating needs, interests, and concerns.
• Demonstrate self-awareness through a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses.
• Ability to manage time appropriately.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Provide first line employee and manager inquiry support, ensuring responses are timely and aligned with HR policies.
• Provide coaching to employees and managers on lifecycle activities (inquiries on HR processes, programs and initiatives).
• Assist in delivering end-to-end HR solutions considering local languages and geography needs.
• Build and maintain relationships with employees, managers and HR teams to ensure effective communication.
• Ensure consistent delivery of HR processes and data management in line with HR objectives.
• Apply HR knowledge to resolve employee and manager queries through click and connect support.
• Represent the voice of employees and managers to stakeholders.
• Contribute to excellence in customer support and drive improvements in HR services across geography.
• Participate in initiatives to improve HR processes.

Skills

Data analytics

HR consulting

Process execution

Communication

Self-awareness

Time management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

HR / Business majors

Job description

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

Provide first line support and coaching to employee and manager enquiries as the single point of contact through resolution. Support deployment and effectiveness of a broad range of HR processes, programs and initiatives within designated geography across all businesses and functions. Assist in delivering solutions to enhance employee experience, drive efficiency, and are compliant with local legislation and company policy.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for first line employee and manager inquiry support, ensuring responses are provided in a timely, high-quality manner, and are aligned with HR policies and knowledge.
• Provides support and coaching to employees and managers on all employee lifecycle activities including inquiries on HR processes, programs and initiatives to deliver enhanced experiences and offer always on support (e.g. compensation, performance, onboarding, new hires, separation, disciplinary and other HR processes).
• Assists in providing seamless end-to-end solutions considering local languages, working times and optimal delivery mode for the geography / sub- geography needs.
• Assists in building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders including employees, managers, and internal HR teams to ensure effective communication and collaboration within the region for a geography.
• Assists in the consistent and effective delivery of HR processes and data management in alignment with overall human resources objectives.
• Ensures the consistent application of HR knowledge for click and connect support to effectively resolve employee and manager queries.
• Ensures the voice of employees and managers are heard and shared with the right stakeholders.
• Demonstrates excellence in customer support and drives continuous improvement, setting high standards for the team in delivering HR solutions and services across the geography.
• Participates in initiatives to improve the overall effectiveness of human resources processes.

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

• Basic knowledge of data analytics, HR Consulting practices, and process execution.
• Courage and ability to communicate effectively articulating needs, interests, and concerns.
• Demonstrate self-awareness through a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses.
• Ability to manage time appropriately.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Degree Programs Considered: Bachelor’s

Major Programs Typically Considered: Human Resources, Business Management, Labor Relations, Industrial Relations, Leadership & Innovation

2026 Monthly Salary Range by Degree Level:

• Bachelor's - $3,500 - $4,400
• Master's - $5,700

Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.

Internship program criteria:

• Must be a full-time enrolled student pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited U.S. college/university
• Minimum 2.5 or above GPA preferred
• Must be able to complete a minimum of 4-months to 6-months or a maximum of a 12-months commitment
• Must be able to complete 40 hours per week
• Willingness to learn from others on the job
• Must be currently residing within the continental U.S.

Cummins and E-verify

At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates right to work using E-Verify. Cummins will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

U.S. Early Careers Eligibility Requirements:

Summer Intern: Students must be enrolled full-time at an accredited U.S. college or university, actively pursuing a degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, MBA, or JD), with a minimum GPA of 2.5. Candidates must currently reside within the continental United States. Students are expected to work 40 hours per week for a minimum of 10 weeks and a maximum of 12 weeks.

International Student Eligibility (U.S. based roles): F-1 visa students must have approved Curricular Practical Training (CPT) or Occupational Practical Training (OPT) before their Early Career assignment begin. CPT/OPT must relate to their degree and be authorized by their university. Students are responsible for securing this approval through their school’s international office.

Commitment: Students must be able to manage their academic responsibilities without compromising their job performance.

Job Human Resources

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site with Flexibility

Job Type Student - Internship

ReqID 2437596

Relocation Package No

100% On-Site No

Cummins and E-Verify

At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates the right to work using E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Visit http://EEOC.gov to know your rights on workplace discrimination.