Human Resources Internship (Jan 2027 start)

Location: Auburn Hills - Michigan - USA

About us

BorgWarner is a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions for the vehicle market. We are a company of innovators and independent thinkers that brings together talented employees, meaningful work, and amazing technology in a unique environment. At BorgWarner we constantly work towards our vision of a clean and energy-efficient world.

Our Culture

We believe health and safety of our employees are a top priority, we care about our local communities and the global environment. BorgWarner promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration.

Career Opportunities

We manage talent as seriously as we manage our businesses and encourage you to learn about our proud history, strong culture, technologies and future vision. We offer a strong local presence and interesting global opportunities. Start your future with BorgWarner now!

Job purpose

The HR Intern will be responsible for supporting human resources processes and administration of related activities, with a focus on learning and talent development. The role is ideal for a student who enjoys applying new technology, solving problems, working with data, driving meaningful development, and delivering information with clarity and creativity.

This internship experience is ideal for students majoring in Human Resources, or related degree field who have an interest specifically in employee learning and talent development.  The position is a part-time position for students who can work between 20-30 hours per week year-round. The internship is hybrid and located at BorgWarner's Propulsion Technical Center in Auburn Hills, MI.  If the student is available for multiple terms/semesters (preferred), they will be given assignments increasing in responsibility as they progress towards their degree completion.

Key responsibilities

Support employees, managers, HR partners, and learning coordinators by processing learning requests, assignments, enrollments, completions, and other LMS transactions

Troubleshoot system questions, run learning reports, monitor data quality, and maintain process documentation and job aids

Support the creation and deployment of technical and professional e-learning content

Coordinate virtual and instructor-led learning programs, including course setup, rosters, invitations, materials, attendance, and follow-up

Create and format PowerPoint presentations, quick-reference guides, SharePoint content, and videos

Provide project and administrative support for Talent Development programs, global HR meetings, and employee learning campaigns

Contribute to special projects such as e-learning development, video creation, research, program evaluation, translations, and other HR and learning priorities

Benchmark HR practices and make recommendations on process improvements

Perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned

What we’re looking for

Student working towards a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Leadership, Business, Communication, Learning & Development, or related field

Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, Word, Clipchamp, and Copilot

Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including filtering, formulas, lookups, pivot tables, and basic charts

Ability to learn complex enterprise systems and processes through hands-on practice and documentation

High attention to detail and commitment to accurate, confidential, and timely work

Ability to organize multiple priorities, follow through on commitments, and ask thoughtful questions

Customer-focused mindset and comfort supporting employees across functions, cultures, and global locations

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Highly collaborative and team oriented

Demonstrates problem solving and analytical skills

What we believe

Inclusion-We value diversity in people, ideas, and experiences.

Integrity- We believe in transparency, authenticity, and depend on each other to deliver what we promise.

Excellence- We contribute to our developments by seeking knowledge and sharing information.

Responsibility- We care about our local communities and the global environment.

Collaboration- We are one BorgWarner.

Safety

This position will adhere to Global Star Safety Program, including safety rules, practices and training as outlined in the BorgWarner PTC Safety Policy Manual, which includes the use of equipment, protective devices, or clothing that the employer requires. This individual will work in manners that stress the importance of preventing accidents and illnesses. He/she must take every precaution reasonable in the given circumstance for the protection of themselves and coworkers. In addition, he/she is responsible for reporting all injuries and/or possible dangerous situations, incidents, or occurrences to the immediate supervisor.

Equal Employment Opportunity

BorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Visa Sponsorship

BorgWarner does provide sponsorship for employment visa status based on business need. However, for this role, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

No Unauthorized Referrals from Recruiters & Vendors

Please note that BorgWarner and any of its affiliated companies does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or offers from third party recruiters or staffing agencies associated with any published or unpublished employment opportunities. Any unsolicited information sent to BorgWarner will be considered as unencumbered and free from any fee or char