Learning and Talent Intern

ThyssenKrupp Materials NA; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance and Disability

Voluntary Wellness Programs

401(k) and RRSP programs with Company 

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

thyssenkrupp Materials NA is seeking a Learning & Talent Intern to support day-to-day operations of the Learning & Talent team. This role provides administrative and operational support to enable leadership development programs, learning experiences, and talent initiatives across the organization.

You will assist with inbox management, virtual session support, and event logistics while engaging in Talent Management projects.

Qualifications

• Pursuing bachelor’s or master’s degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, HR, Business, Organizational Leadership, Communications, Education, or related field.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable learning new technology and troubleshooting basic technical issues.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently, take direction, and collaborate effectively as part of a team.
• Demonstrates professionalism, sound judgment, and discretion when handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage the Learning & Talent team inbox; route inquiries promptly.
• Provide technical and administrative support for virtual learning sessions, including attendance and polls.
• Prepare participant materials, communications, resources, and training supplies.
• Support in-person event logistics: room setup, registration, catering, materials, participant experience.
• Provide general administrative support: scheduling, trackers, files, data entry.
• Support Talent Management initiatives: High Potential Program, performance management, succession planning.
• Participate in team meetings and suggest process improvements.
• Identify opportunities to streamline administrative work and improve efficiency.
• Own assigned tasks and ensure timely, accurate completion.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Strong written communication

Strong verbal communication

Attention to detail

Independent working

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Industrial/Organizational Psychology or HR

Tools

Workday

SuccessFactors

Canva

Job description

Company With around 480 locations in over 40 countries, thyssenkrupp Materials Services is the biggest materials distributor and service provider in the western world. The broad service spectrum offered by the materials experts enables customers to focus on their individual core business. The area of Materials Services spans two strategic areas: global materials distribution as one-stop-shop - from steel and stainless steel, tubes and pipes, nonferrous metals and specialty materials to plastics and raw materials - and tailored services in the areas of materials management and supply chain management. An extensive omnichannel architecture offers 250,000 customers worldwide cross-channel, round-the-clock access to more than 150,000 products and services. A highly efficient logistics system ensures that all requested services are smoothly integrated into customer production processes "just-in-time" or "just-in-sequence".

The Learning & Talent Intern plays an important role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the Learning & Talent team. This position provides administrative and operational support that enables high-quality leadership development programs, learning experiences, and talent initiatives across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and help manage the Learning & Talent team inbox, ensuring inquiries are routed and responded to promptly.
• Provide technical and administrative support for virtual learning sessions, including attendance, polls, breakout rooms, and participant support.
• Prepare participant materials, communications, learning resources, training supplies, and other program materials.
• Support in-person event logistics, including room setup, registration, catering coordination, materials, and the overall participant experience.
• Provide general administrative and operational support, including scheduling, maintaining trackers, organizing files and resources, data entry, and other day-to-day team needs.
• Support Talent Management initiatives, including the High Potential Program, performance management, succession planning, and leadership development projects as opportunities arise.
• Participate in team and project meetings and contribute ideas to improve processes and participant experiences.
• Identify opportunities to streamline administrative work and improve team efficiency.
• Take ownership of assigned tasks and projects and ensure they are completed accurately and on time.

The above is intended to describe the general content and requirements of this position and should not be interpreted as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

What Success Looks Like

• Take initiative. They identify what needs to be done, look for ways to add value, and don't wait to be assigned every next step.
• Are curious. They ask thoughtful questions, seek to understand the "why" behind the work, and are eager to learn.
• Are resourceful. They are willing to investigate, problem-solve, and try to find an answer while also recognizing when to ask for help.
• Follow through. They are dependable, organized, attentive to details, and take ownership of their commitments.
• Bring positive energy. They enjoy working as part of a team and build positive, professional relationships with others.
• Stay flexible. They are willing to jump in where support is needed and adapt as priorities change.
• Welcome feedback. They are open to coaching, apply what they learn, and continuously look for ways to improve.
• Care about the quality of their work. They take pride in delivering accurate, thoughtful work, whether the task is large or small.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Human Resources Management, Business, Organizational Leadership, Communications, Education, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable learning new technology and troubleshooting basic technical issues.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, including Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently, take direction, and collaborate effectively as part of a team.
• Demonstrates professionalism, sound judgment, and discretion when handling confidential or sensitive information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework, previous internship experience, or demonstrated interest in Human Resources, Learning & Development, or Talent Management
• Experience with Workday, SuccessFactors, Canva, or similar HR and content-development tools is a plus.

Benefits Overview

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Voluntary Wellness Programs
• 401(k) and RRSP programs with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And more!

Equal opportunity employer, including people with disabilities and veterans.

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