Summer 2027 Internship Program – People (Workplace) Intern

Dow Jones; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Dow Jones is seeking a Summer 2027 People Team Intern for our New York City office. This 10‑week, in‑office program runs June 7, 2027 to August 13, 2027 and offers a rotational experience across Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Learning & Development, and People Operations.

You will be paired with a mentor, attend professional development sessions, and collaborate with HR partners on projects that drive employee experience and organizational performance.

Qualifications

• Two years toward a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Demonstrated curiosity and motivation to learn.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace; familiarity with HR systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Talent Acquisition processes and data insights.
• Contribute to performance management and organizational development projects.
• Support Workday optimization, reporting, and analytics.
• Assist in compensation processes and job architecture reviews.
• Support Learning & Development program design and LMS administration.
• Collaborate with HR teams to drive employee engagement and workforce planning.
• Prepare presentations and documentation for team initiatives.
• Gain exposure to HR technologies including Workday, ServiceNow, and Google Workspace.

Skills

Strong curiosity

People-focused mindset

Motivation to learn

Education

Two years toward degree

Tools

Workday

LMS

ServiceNow

Google Workspace

Job description

Job Description

Summer 2027 Internship – People Team Intern

Application Deadline: November 13, 2026

We encourage you to submit your application as early as possible, as internship applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

AMER Internship Dates: June 7, 2027 – August 13, 2027

(You must be available to work full-time, in-office during this period.)

About Our Internship Program

Dow Jones Internship Program is a 10-week summer experience designed to give students real exposure to how . Our interns work on meaningful projects alongside our teams, gaining hands‑on skills that make an impact on the business.

We believe the best way to learn is by doing — that’s why you’ll be paired with a mentor, connected with senior leaders, and included in professional development sessions. You’ll also join a diverse global intern community, sharing experiences and building networks that last beyond the program.

Our goal is to provide a supportive, engaging, and fun environment where your work feels valued and your growth comes first. Check out our Dow Jones Internship Program page to learn more and hear directly from past interns about their journeys. At Dow Jones, you’ll have the chance to start your career in an environment where collaboration, trust, and impact come first.

About The Role

As a Summer 2027 People Team Intern, you will be an integral part of our global HR function, gaining hands‑on experience across multiple areas such as Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Learning & Development, Compensation, Organizational Development, and People Operations. This internship offers a rotational and project‑based structure, giving you exposure to key initiatives that drive employee experience, organizational performance, and operational excellence.

This role is hybrid, based in our New York City office.

You Will

• Talent Acquisition & Early Careers: Assist with recruiting processes, data insights, internship programming, and employer branding initiatives.
• Talent Management & Organizational Development: Contribute to performance management rollouts, change management efforts, and organizational design projects.
• People Strategy & Operations: Participate in Workday optimization, reporting and analytics, employee experience enhancements, and system/process improvements.
• Compensation: Support year‑end compensation processes, data validation, job architecture reviews, and compliance initiatives.
• Learning & Development: Assist in designing, delivering, and evaluating training programs; support LMS administration; and research L&D best practices.
• People Business Partner: Partner with HR leaders and business units to provide strategic support on employee engagement, organizational effectiveness, and workforce planning; contribute to initiatives that align people priorities with business goals.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional HR teams and business partners on key initiatives.
• Conduct research, create presentations, and prepare documentation that contributes to team effectiveness.
• Gain exposure to HR technologies including Workday, ServiceNow, Google Workspace, and various collaboration tools.

You Have

• Completed at least two years toward a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Education, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong curiosity and motivation to learn, with a passion for people‑focused work.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace; familiarity with HR systems (e.g., Workday, LMS, ServiceNow) is a plus.

Program Eligibility

• Enrollment in a 4-year undergraduate degree program
• Graduating in Dec