Human Resources Intern (Year-Round)

Location: Charter Manufacturing Company, Inc - Mequon, WI

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better.  Join the team and become part of our family!

Charter Manufacturing Company, Inc.  is a family-owned group of differentiated metals manufacturing businesses founded in 1936. Our will to grow is our success. It is the result of Charter’s respected team of employees, each person’s dedication to continuous improvement and an entrepreneurial spirit that thrives within the Charter family. Our businesses include Charter Steel, Charter Casting, Charter Wire, and Niles Iron & Metal.

About the HR Service Center Internship

Gain hands-on HR experience across employee support, benefits, onboarding, HR systems, reporting, and process improvement while building strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Program structure

Schedule: Part-time (15-20 hours/week) during the academic year and full-time (40 hours/week) during the summer.

Location: Mequon, WI

Start Date: January 2027

Duration: Year-round internship

What we're looking for

Enrollment in a four-year degree program in Human Resources Management or a related field with current status of at least a Sophomore level.

Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher.

Proficient in Microsoft Office software: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent customer service skills to assist employees with questions.

Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills.

Planning and organizational skills.

Time management skills.

Attention to detail.

Ability to succeed in a team environment.

Ability to handle multiple tasks.

Preferred experience

HRIS experience.

Customer service experience.

Familiarity and/or experience with HR practices and HR law.

What you'll focus on

Provide employee customer service.

Perform human resources project work, including assistance with recruitment, benefits administration, research, creating reports, and event planning assistance.

Assist in conducting new hire orientation.

Ensure timely and accurate HRIS data updates.

Maintain employee file accuracy.

Maintain confidentiality.

Document and improve processes.

What Sets Our Internship Program Apart: Work on meaningful projects while receiving mentorship, professional development, and networking opportunities that help launch your career. Our paid internship program also includes signature experiences like Charter's Intern Kickoff Day, volunteer opportunities, professional development workshops, and the Intern Summer Showcase.

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Internship positions are not benefits-eligible.