Intern: People & Culture (Fall 2026)

Volvo Group

Posted 3 months ago

Internship

, Maryland

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Responsibilities

The intern will focus on designing and implementing e-learning content and integrating new technologies within the HR function. Additionally, they will support employee relations, HR compliance, and various projects to enhance the employee experience.

Qualifications

You have a strong foundation in Human Resources principles and are pursuing a Bachelor's degree in a related field. You possess excellent communication and organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and a willingness to learn and apply new technologies within an HR context.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Learning Design

e-learning

HR technologies

HR platforms

Job Description

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match. 

What you will do

You will gain hands-on experience in various aspects of Human Resources, with a particular focus on learning design, creation of e-learnings, and supporting the implementation of new technologies and ways of working within the HR function. This co-op role is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of HR practices and procedures while contributing to the effectiveness and efficiency of our HR department. We seek a motivated individual with excellent communication skills, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for people-oriented processes and technological innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Learning Design and Development: Assist in designing and developing engaging e-learning content, including creating training materials, modules, and resources that support employee development and organizational goals.
  • E-Learning Implementation: Support the implementation and maintenance of e-learning platforms and systems, ensuring a smooth and effective learning experience for employees.
  • Technology and Innovation Support: Assist in the creation and integration of new technologies and tools within the HR function, helping to streamline processes and enhance the overall HR function.
  • Employee Relations: Help maintain positive employee relations by addressing inquiries, assisting with conflict resolution, and promoting a positive work environment.
  • HR Compliance: Assist in ensuring HR policies and procedures comply with federal, state, and local regulations. Help maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records.
  • HR Projects: Contribute to various HR projects and initiatives aimed at improving HR processes and enhancing the employee experience.
  • Data Management: Assist in maintaining HR databases and generating reports as needed for analysis and decision-making.

Who are you?

Required Skills:

  • Learning Design: Knowledge of instructional design principles and experience with e-learning development tools.
  • Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with HR technologies and platforms, and a willingness to learn new systems.
  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Detail-Oriented: Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work.
  • Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
  • Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with others.
  • Confidentiality: Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
  • Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically.

Desired Soft Skills:

  • Willingness to Learn: Eagerness to learn and adapt to new processes and technologies.
  • Self-Driven: Ability to work independently and take initiative.
  • Time Management: Strong time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
  • Empathy: Ability to understand and address the needs and concerns of employees.

Requirements

  • Applicant must be currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Instructional Design, or a related field at an accredited school and have completed 30 semester hours of undergraduate studies prior to the start of the internship.
  • Applicants must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.75.
  • Previous internship or co-op experience in an HR environment or in learning design and development is preferred but not required.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Interns may work up to 30 hours per week.
At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company’s growth. For all intern and co-op positions, the hourly range is set at $17.00 - $46.00. The hourly rate for these roles is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, academic classification, and degree seeking area of study. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer. We also offer the following benefits to interns and co-ops:  • Housing assistance, when applicable • Countless career opportunities / internal mobility across our global organization      • Training and personal development All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail. 

Who we are and what we believe in 
We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. ​We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. ​We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment. 

Trucks Technology & Industrial Division hire team players who are ready to create real customer impact. Our decentralized teams work close to our customers, with speed and autonomy, to build what they truly need. 
Join us to collaborate on innovative, sustainable technologies that redefine how we design, build, and deliver value. Bring your curiosity, your expertise, and your collaborative energy, and together, we’ll turn bold ideas into tangible solutions for our customers and contribute to a more sustainable tomorrow. 

Volvo Group

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is a global leader in construction solutions, delivering premium products and services that combine power and performance with a more sustainable way of working. We are a company driven by people and together we have a purpose: To build the world we want to live in. Founded in 1832 and with a distribution network across every major market, our many dedicated experts around the world are fulfilling our shared purpose through a focus on sustainability, electromobility and services. As well as our expanding range of electric machines and charging solutions, Volvo CE provides industry-leading haulers, loaders, excavators and much more, all built to suit the demands of our customers’ varied construction and infrastructure needs. Volvo CE benefits from being connected to the Volvo Group, which also offers trucks, buses, power solutions for marine and industrial applications, financing and services that increase our customers’ uptime and productivity.
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