Job Description
Job Summary At tkMNA, we provide a foundation to foster and support a safe, professional, and fulfilling experience. This internship is designed to provide on-the-job training and experience for college students. Our interns engage in various work assignments, projects, and activities of varying complexity to enable them to gain the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform at a professional level. Our interns provide support to professional employees working in an organizational function related to the intern's area of study.
Job Description Human Resources Intern (Part-Time, Paid - Southfield, MI) Location: tkMNA Headquarters - Southfield, MI (Hybrid)
Compensation: $18-$21/hour
Schedule: Part-time (24 hours per week), 6-12month internship (January 2026 - June 2026)
Reports To: HR Director
Travel: Some to Northwood, OH (Toledo, OH during internship) + Auburn HIlls, MI
*Will gain plant exposure*
About the Role We are looking for a motivated
Human Resources Intern to join our team at tkMNA Headquarters in Southfield, MI. This part-time internship is designed for
current Juniors or Seniors enrolled in a
4-year university pursuing degrees in Business, HR, Psychology, Counseling, Marketing, Sociology, or related fields.
This
rotational internship offers exposure to both Talent Acquisition and HR Operations, with mentorship and professional development opportunities to support your growth during the program and beyond.
What You'll Gain - Hands-on HR experience across recruiting, onboarding, employee engagement, and HR operations
- A dedicated mentor to support your career development
- Opportunities to shadow HR professionals and work on special projects
- Exposure to tools like Workday and HR compliance systems
- Networking with professionals across tkMNA
Key Responsibilities May Include but Not Limited to: Recruiting Support Assist in Pre-Employment & Onboarding - Tracking background checks and drug screen results
- Submit UPR requests and communicate with cleared candidates
- Assist with first-day activities (attendance, monitoring questions, observation)
HR Operations & Employee Engagement - Upload and organize employee documents in OnBase
- Assist with employee engagement activities and communications
- Help track compliance and training records
Learning & Development - Support training session coordination and attendance tracking
- Assist in preparing training materials
Special Projects - Participate in an intern-led project (e.g., DEI initiative, HR analytics, process improvement)
- Present project outcomes to HR leadership at program conclusion
Program Timeline & Structure - Duration: 6-12 Months
- Schedule: Part-time (flexible with academic schedule; hybrid work model - appx 24 hours per week - must be local to Metro Detroit)
- Rotation: Exposure to multiple HR functions (Talent Acquisition, HR Operations, Employee Engagement, Learning & Development)
- Development: Weekly mentor check-ins, mid-point review, and final evaluation
What We're Looking For - Current Junior or Senior pursuing a 4-year degree (Business, HR, Psychology, Counseling, Marketing, Sociology, or related field)
- Must be local to Southfield, MI (hybrid in-office required)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- Eager to learn, proactive, and collaborative
Additional Details - Benefits: This internship is not benefits-eligible
- Support: Intern will always have an on-site HR team member present
Apply now to gain hands-on HR experience, grow your professional skills, and make an impact at tkMNA! Job Compensation $18 - $20/hour
Benefits Overview We offer competitive company benefits to eligible positions, such as:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance and Disability
- Voluntary Wellness Programs
- 401(k) or RRSP programs with Company Match
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- And more!
Benefits may vary based on job, country, union role, and/or company segment. Please work with your recruiter or tk representative for applicable benefits information.
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Job Tags
Part time, Work at office, Local area, Flexible hours,