Hybrid HR Intern: Build People & Process Skills

RUA; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

RUA is offering a Human Resources Intern position for Spring/Summer 2027 in Des Moines. The role blends on-site work at the Ruan Center with remote duties and focuses on supporting recruiters and improving candidate experiences.

Ideal candidates are pursuing studies in supply chain, logistics, HR, or IT, with some college coursework preferred. The internship is part-time/hourly and project-based, providing exposure to multiple HR functions.

Qualifications

• Some college coursework in relevant fields.
• No prior work experience required.
• Commitment to Ruan's value statement and guiding principles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing reports and presentation materials (25%).
• Support day-to-day business activities to meet internal and external customer needs (25%).
• Fully support financial business case analysis (25%).
• Participate in major cost and process improvement initiatives and provide technical support (20%).
• Perform other job-related duties and special projects as required (5%).

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Education

Some College Courses Preferred

Course of Study: Supply Chain, Logistics, HR, IT

Job description

RUA is offering a Human Resources Intern position for Spring/Summer 2027 in Des Moines. The role blends on-site work at the Ruan Center with remote duties and focuses on supporting recruiters and improving candidate experiences.

Ideal candidates are pursuing studies in supply chain, logistics, HR, or IT, with some college coursework preferred. The internship is part-time/hourly and project-based, providing exposure to multiple HR functions.