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Summer 2025 Human Resources Intern

Location: 

Hartland, WI, US, 53029

Requisition ID:  1381

Job Summary/Overview

The Columbus McKinnon Summer Internship program is a full-time, paid opportunity that will run over the summer. You will work within your department and meet as a larger intern group throughout the summer.  In the HR department, you will learn day to day activities in each HR function, work one on one with your intern leader and complete a project.  The project will be presented at the end of the internship program, with the rest of the summer interns.  There are community and social events throughout the summer. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Maintain appropriate confidentiality in dealing with company and employee information 
  • Provide exceptional customer service to our business units and employees 
  • Learn about benefits, compensation and payroll at Columbus McKinnon 
  • Gain overview of the Talent Acquisition process.  Learn about sourcing, review resumes, schedule interviews, and learn the full-cycle recruitment process 
  • Learn and conduct stay and exit interviews, and employee investigations, as needed 
  • Support division process/compliance improvement projects 
  • Create reports on the HR-related process when required
  • Address queries and issues of workers when required 
  • Assist the HR team in organizing special events 
  • Benchmark other companies and establish new policies 
  • Other duties as assigned 

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

  • Understanding the value of customer service in the HR environment 
  • Understanding of Human Resources practices and terminology 
  • Basic understanding of labor legislation and employment laws 
  • Working knowledge of MS Office or database systems, HRIS 
  • Excellent planning and organizational skills 
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills 
  • Ability to manage and handle multiple tasks 
  • Exceptional attention to detail 
  • Strong work ethic 
  • Good time management skills 
  • Ability to work independently 

Required Qualifications

  • Must be a rising junior or senior enrolled in a full-time Bachelor’s degree program 
  • Applicants must have authorization to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not available for this role 
  • Ability to work full time from June 2, 2025 to August 8, 2025 
  • Must be able to travel at start and end of program 

About Columbus McKinnon:

Columbus McKinnon is a leading worldwide designer, manufacturer and marketer of intelligent motion solutions that move the world forward and improve lives by efficiently and ergonomically moving, lifting, positioning and securing materials.  Key products include hoists, crane components, precision conveyor systems, rigging tools, light rail workstations and digital power and motion control systems.  We are focused on commercial and industrial applications that require the safety and quality provided by our superior design and engineering know-how.  Columbus McKinnon is a publicly traded company that has been in business for almost 150 years – proud of our heritage, where we come from, and where we’re going. As Columbus McKinnon grows globally, so does our need for driven and inspired employees. Join our winning team!

Columbus McKinnon Corporation promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes.  We also value the safety of all associates and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.


Nearest Major Market: Waukesha
Nearest Secondary Market: Milwaukee

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