Human Resources Intern - Summer 2027

At East Penn, our employees are our culture; our employees will always be the heart of the company.  We are a private, family-owned enterprise committed to cultivating an atmosphere that honors the contributions of everyone.  We want our employees to have long-term careers, and many do.  More than 38% of our workforce has over a decade of service.  Our open-door management policy, comprehensive benefits package, employee appreciation and recognition events, and career advancement opportunities are just some of the ways we show our employees how incredibly valued they are.

The HR Generalist Intern will gain hands-on experience in a variety of Human Resources functions while supporting the HR team with employee relations initiatives, employee events, HR systems, special projects, and general administrative responsibilities. This position provides an opportunity to develop practical HR experience while working both independently and collaboratively with team members.

• →Assist with special projects related to employee relations and other HR initiatives.
• →Assist with planning, organizing, and conducting employee events and activities.
• →Communicate professionally with outside vendors and internal employees.
• →Assist with tasks within the HRIS system and other HR-related systems.
• →Provide general administrative support, including scanning documents, preparing and emailing communications, completing data entry, and maintaining records.
• →Visit other plant locations and deliver materials or items as needed.
• →Assist the HR team with additional projects and responsibilities as assigned.
• →Maintain confidentiality when working with employee and company information.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and meet deadlines.
• Professional, dependable, and willing to learn.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and responsibilities.
• Flexibility to work overtime and weekends as business needs require.