Human Resources Intern, Operations

Komatsu

. Support the Milwaukee Operations and Loading Business Unit HR team .

Posted 11/11/2026internshipMilwaukee • Wisconsin • United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong organizational and communication skills while supporting HR operations, including recruiting, onboarding, and employee engagement initiatives. Proficient in Microsoft Office tools and HR systems, with a focus on process improvement and data management.

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Microsoft Excel ProficiencyHR Systems ExperienceRecruiting CoordinationProcess Documentation DevelopmentEmployee Engagement Initiatives

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Hard Skills

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft TeamsSAPUKGWFMSuccessFactorsData Management

Soft Skills

Strong Organization SkillsEffective Problem-SolvingCritical ThinkingWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft FormsHR SystemsTracking ToolsProcess GuidesSurveys

Industry Keywords

Human ResourcesEmployee ExperienceLabor RelationsWorkforce ManagementProcess Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Milwaukee Operations and Loading Business Unit HR team
Facilitate creation of job descriptions with Loading Business Unit teams
Coordinate the 2027 intern program, including preboarding, onboarding, Day 1 readiness, introductions, engagement activities, feedback checkpoints, and end-of-program activities
Maintain and improve standardized intern program resources, including process documentation, role responsibilities, onboarding timelines, checklists, communications, surveys, and tracking tools
Assist with campus recruiting and intern candidate management, including career fair preparation, interview scheduling, candidate communications, panel interview logistics, and recruiting data organization
Facilitate HR systems activities involving SAP, UKG, WFM, and SuccessFactors
Participate in employee communication, recognition, volunteer, and engagement initiatives
Gain exposure to employee relations, labor relations, job changes, attendance and leave processes, and HR investigations through observation, documentation support, and assigned project work
Participate in Safety Gemba walks, ergonomics activities, and cross-functional improvement discussions; document observations and support approved follow-up actions
Use Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Forms, Teams, and other HR systems to develop reports, presentations, process guides, trackers, and employee communications
Partner with HR and cross-functional teams on projects improving process consistency, employee experience, compliance, and operational support

Requirements

What you’ll need

Pursuing a bachelor’s or advanced degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university
Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or master’s-level student in good academic standing
Ability to work independently and collaboratively toward shared goals
Strong organization, follow-through, and personal time-management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities
Strong written and verbal communication skills and a professional, service-oriented approach
Effective problem-solving and critical-thinking skills; ability to adapt when circumstances change
Ability to handle employee and business information with discretion and maintain confidentiality
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and Teams
Junior or Senior standing in an applicable degree program preferred
Availability to work approximately 40 hours per week during the summer preferred
Interest in HR operations, HR systems, workforce management, recruiting, employee experience, labor relations, or process improvement
Experience developing reports, trackers, surveys, presentations, process documentation, or training materials preferred
Comfort working with data and learning new systems; experience with Microsoft Forms or Excel reporting is a plus
Interest in learning about manufacturing, heavy equipment, and employee experience within an operational environment
Ability to work onsite and engage with employees and leaders across office and manufacturing settings

Benefits

Comp & perks

Several intern-inclusive networking opportunities, including meet & greets with executive leadership, Volunteer Week, Appreciation Events, and End-of-Summer Capstone presentations
Company-sponsored travel opportunities
Access to amenities at Milwaukee HQs, including a coffee shop, cafeteria serving breakfast and lunch, and free onsite fitness center
Potential to come back or join Komatsu as full-time employees
Real-world project work alongside local, regional, and global team members
Mentorship from experienced subject-matter experts
Full-time hours during the summer, with potential for flexible part-time hours during the Fall 2027 academic semester based on business need and student availability