Summer 2027 Human Resource & Communications Intern

Location: HY US Greenville, NC (Headquarters)

Job Title

Summer 2027 Human Resource & Communications Intern

Job Category

Early Career

Job Description

You've got the knowledge, now get the experience!

Gain hands-on industry experience, lead a real business project, and build the skills, network, and confidence needed to launch your career.

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling interns don't just observe business operations; they become part of them. As a Human Resource & Communication Intern, you won't just spend your summer shadowing others or working on administrative tasks. You'll own a project or business initiative that supports real business objectives and delivers measurable impact. After learning the fundamentals of the role through onboarding, training, and mentorship, you'll be trusted to drive your work forward with the support of your manager and team. At the end of the summer, you'll showcase your accomplishments and business impact through a final presentation to company leaders, giving you visibility and exposure beyond your immediate team. Specific projects vary by team and will be discussed during the interview process.

Beyond your project experience, you'll participate in a collaborative internship program designed to help you grow both professionally and personally. Through networking events, professional development opportunities, career coaching, business acumen sessions, site tours, volunteer activities, and intern events, you'll gain valuable insight into the manufacturing industry while building relationships across the organization.

This is a paid summer internship located in Greenville, NC.  If you're looking for an internship where your ideas matter, your work makes a difference, and your growth is a priority, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Gain

From day one, you'll be trusted with work that matters.

Ownership of a real business project

Mentorship from industry professionals

Professional development and career coaching

Networking with company leaders

Opportunity to present your work to leadership

Interns leave the program with meaningful accomplishments they can discuss in future interviews, while some launch their careers with Hyster-Yale after graduation.

What You Will Do

Lead a meaningful project or series of projects that support business objectives and drive measurable results.

Learn the fundamentals of your assigned role through hands-on training, mentorship, and collaboration with experienced Human Resource & Communication professionals.

Analyze processes, data, and operational challenges to identify opportunities for improvement and contribute innovative solutions.

Work cross-functionally with team members and stakeholders to support project goals and business initiatives.

Present recommendations, findings, and project outcomes to leaders and peers throughout the internship experience.

Gain exposure to Human Resource & Communication functions such as planning, logistics, inventory management, procurement, operations, and continuous improvement.

What You Will Participate In

In addition to gaining hands-on experience within your assigned department, interns will participate in a structured development program designed to enhance professional growth, industry knowledge, and career readiness.

Intern Community Events: Build connections with fellow interns through social activities and networking opportunities throughout the summer.

Professional Development: Access learning opportunities focused on communication, leadership, business professionalism, and career success.

Career Coaching: Meet one-on-one with Talent Acquisition professionals for resume guidance, interview preparation, and career development support.

Business Acumen Sessions: Learn how different areas of the organization work together while gaining insight into the materials handling industry.

Networking Opportunities: Connect with leaders and professionals from across the company to expand your network and learn about various career paths.

Volunteer Activities: Participate in community engagement opportunities and give back alongside fellow interns and employees.

Site Tours: Visit facilities and operations to better understand Hyster-Yale's products, customers, and business operations.

Final Experience Presentation: Present your project, accomplishments, and business impact to leaders and peers from across the organization.

Innovation Participation (Optional): Share ideas and solutions that could help improve processes, products, or the employee experience through innovation-focused discussions with business leaders.

What You Will Need

Enrollment in a bachelor's or master’s program focused on one of the areas below:

Human Resources Management

Business Administration

Communications

Psychology

Equivalent programs will also be considered

Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication

Exceptional organizational skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Demonstrated capacity to uphold confidentiality and manage sensitive information with discretion

Professionalism and adaptability within both hybrid and in-person work settings

Drive to learn

Applicants who do not meet every qualification are still encouraged to apply. Different skills and experiences may be suitable for this position or other opportunities at HYMH.

Location: Greenville, NC

Who we are

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., designs, engineers, manufactures, sells and services a comprehensive line of lift trucks, aftermarket parts and technology and energy solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials from Port to Home. As a global leader in the materials handling industry, Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, has been building relationships with our customers, suppliers, dealers and employees for over 100 years. For more information about a career with Hyster-Yale, please visit hyster-yalecareers.com.

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