About the role#
As a People Specialist Intern, you will gain hands-on experience supporting HR operations and the employee lifecycle. You will work alongside People Business Partners to learn how teams support employees and business leaders. This role is a 12-week, full-time internship for Summer 2027.
What you'll do#
- Support employee lifecycle activities, including onboarding, data updates, workforce transitions, and offboarding.
- Assist with HR systems, reporting, and data requests to maintain accurate records.
- Collaborate with People Business Partners and Specialists on employee questions, process guidance, and special projects.
- Use AI tools to simplify tactical processes, streamline routine activities, and summarize information to improve team efficiency.
- Gain exposure to organizational change and workforce planning through team collaboration.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Master’s program in Human Resources, Business, Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Organizational Development, Communications, Data Science, or a related field.
- A 2.7+ GPA on a 4.0 scale.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and PowerPoint.
- Ability to work full-time for the 12-week duration.
- Enrollment as a full-time student at an accredited 4-year college or university.
Location & details#
- Location: Plano, Texas.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
- Note: Ericsson does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
About Ericsson
Ericsson is a telecommunications company based in Kista, Stockholm. Founded in 1876, the firm focuses on 5G, mobile broadband, and cloud infrastructure. It maintains a global presence with over 100,000 employees. The company develops network technologies and software for communication services.
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