Pendleton Human Resources Intern

Milliken & Company; Pendleton (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Milliken & Company is seeking an HR intern to support real business priorities. This full-time, paid internship runs 11-12 weeks in summer 2027 at the Pendleton, SC location.

You will gain hands-on experience, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and develop problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills. Responsibilities include supporting day-to-day HR activities, conducting research and data review to inform decisions, developing reports and presentations, and identifying process

Qualifications

• Pursuing or has BS in HR, Business Admin, Psychology, or related field.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong MS Office proficiency.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day HR activities and key projects.
• Conduct research and data analyses to inform decisions.
• Develop reports, presentations, or process docs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across the organization.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes or efficiency.
• Present findings and recommendations.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Advanced Excel

Detail oriented

Communication skills

Education

BS in HR, Business Admin, Psychology or related field

Tools

HRIS platforms

Job description

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow's breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products that enhance people's lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a portfolio with applications across the textile, flooring, chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations. Discover more about Milliken's curious minds and inspired solutions at Milliken.com and on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.

POSITION OVERVIEW

This internship provides an opportunity to gain hands‑on experience supporting real business priorities within Human Resources. The intern will contribute to meaningful projects, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, and develop skills aligned to professional growth and business impact. This role is designed to provide practical experience in a fast‑paced environment while building foundational capabilities in problem solving, communication, and teamwork.

This internship is a full‑time (40 hours/week), paid position that is 11-12 weeks in length during the summer of 2027, located at our Pendleton location.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support day-to-day activities and key projects within Human Resources


• Conduct research, analysis, or data review to support business decisions


• Assist in developing reports, presentations, or process documentation


• Collaborate with team members and stakeholders across the organization


• Identify opportunities for process improvement or efficiency gains


• Present project findings, recommendations, or results

QUALIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

• Candidates with or working toward a BS in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field


• Strong user of Microsoft Office suite of products, with advanced Excel skills.


• Detail oriented with excellent organizational and communication skills.

QUALIFICATIONS - PREFERRED

• Exposure to HRIS platforms, recruiting and onboarding processes, employee engagement, training, or employment compliance


• Prior internship, project, or relevant experience

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

• Hands‑on project ownership with business impact


• Exposure to cross‑functional teams and leaders


• Professional development and networking opportunities

Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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