Human Resources Trainee - Decatur, IL

Human Resources Trainee - Decatur, IL

The HR Development Program is a structured 2-year rotation designed to build a strong, well-rounded foundation across core Human Resources disciplines.

This program emphasizes experiential learning across HR operations, labor relations, talent acquisition, and total rewards, combined with continuous coaching and performance feedback.

Key Responsibilities
Year 1 – HR Foundations (HR Generalist Experience)

• Participate in onboarding and structured introduction to HR strategy, operating model, and business priorities
• Gain exposure to HR generalist responsibilities, ideally within a plant or operational environment
• Support HR administration and HRIS processes
• Develop foundational knowledge of employee and labor relations, including:
  • Labor agreements and policies
  • Shadowing employee investigations and case management
• Build practical experience in day-to-day HR operations and employee support

Year 2 – Advanced HR Capabilities (Centers of Expertise Exposure)
Develop specialized skills through exposure to one or multiple key HR functions such as:
Total Rewards & Compensation

• Support salary structuring, job grading, and benchmarking
• Assist with pay equity analysis
• Participate in compensation benchmarking and benefits design

Talent Acquisition

• Support end-to-end recruitment processes including:
  • Sourcing and screening
  • Interviewing and scheduling
• Participate in campus recruiting and job fairs

Talent Management

• Contribute to the performance management cycle
• Support talent discussions and workforce planning activities

Project & Business Skills

• Build project management capabilities
• Participate in HR-related projects and initiatives
• Contribute to presentations (e.g., capstone project)

Development & Program Features

• Mentorship & Coaching: Ongoing support from HR Business Partners (HRBPs), mentors, and program sponsors
• Rotations: Exposure to multiple HR functions and environments
• Global Exposure: Potential participation in regional or global HR projects
• Capstone Project: Final presentation to HR leadership team

Performance & Feedback

• Quarterly performance reviews against rotation objectives
• 9-box assessments following each rotation
• Continuous feedback from managers, mentors, and HR partners
• Documented development progress to guide final role placement

Aftercare & Continued Development

• Ongoing HRBP mentorship and coaching
• Continued development in:
  • Stakeholder management
  • Influence and business partnership
• Participation in regional or global HR projects

Qualifications
Required

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field
• 0–3 years of professional experience
• Demonstrated learning agility, curiosity, and analytical thinking
• Willingness to be mobile (regionally or globally)

Preferred

• Prior internship or exposure to HR or business operations

Key Success Factors

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Adaptability and openness to diverse HR experiences
• Proactive mindset and willingness to take initiative
• Commitment to continuous learning and development

Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check. 

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Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between:

Benefits and Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Additional benefits include:

• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.