Human Resources Intern - Summer 2027

About the Role

As an intern on the HR team, you’ll play an active role in supporting how HD Supply attracts, develops, and supports the people who make our business successful. HD Supply serves a broad range of professional customers our associates are critical to delivering the service and solutions our customers rely on every day. In this role, you’ll collaborate with HR team members across functions such as talent acquisition, employee relations, and HR Total Value. You’ll help support core HR processes, contribute to people-focused initiatives, and gain insight into how HR partners with the business to foster a strong workplace culture. This internship offers hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment where you’ll build foundational HR skills, sharpen your professional communication, and gain exposure to how a large organization manages its people programs and employee lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day HR operations and administrative processes
• Support recruiting and onboarding activities
• Participate in associate engagement, learning, and HR initiatives
• Assist with research on HR best practices, policies, and industry trends
• Help prepare presentations, communications, and reports for HR programs
• Support HR projects related to performance management, business operations, or talent development
• Participate in HR team meetings and brainstorming sessions
• Compile HR metrics and summarize insights for the HR team
• Engage professionally with associates and stakeholders to support a positive associate experience

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration or a related field.
• Expected graduation date between December 2027 and May 2028
• Hands‑on experience with administrative support, academic projects, or internship/part‑time work in a professional setting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data management skills
• Ability to work with multiple teams, confidential information, and HR processes in a professional environment
• Coursework in Human Resources Management, Organizational Behavior, Business Communications, or Employment Law

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with HR systems, applicant tracking systems (ATS), or associate databases/dashboards
• Exposure to recruiting, onboarding, associate engagement, or HR operations through coursework, student organizations, or prior roles
• Coursework in Talent Management, Compensation & Benefits, or Labor Relations

Job Summary

Gain hands‑on experience in areas such as marketing, human resources, information technology, sales, operations, finance, logistics, business development, merchandising, and/or other departments.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities

Prepares and delivers insights and recommendations based on analyses. Produces findings and draws conclusions from analyses. Makes oral and written recommendations to management. Executes tasks directly related to functional projects and/or process improvements. Communicates issues and roadblocks related to areas of responsibility. May assist in research or special projects in a variety of areas in order to fulfill business initiatives and meet business objectives. Nature and Scope Works in compliance with established procedures and/or protocols. Identifies and resolves readily identifiable, clearly defined problems. Demonstrates skill in data analysis and techniques by resolving missing/incomplete information and inconsistencies/anomalies in routine research/data. Nature of work requires general supervision; exercises judgment. May be paired with a mentor. Work typically involves regular process checks or review of output by a coworker and/or supervisor. May provide general guidance/direction to or train junior level support personnel.

Work Environment

Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable. Frequent periods are spent standing or sitting in the same location with some opportunity to move about. Occasionally there may be a requirement to stoop or lift light material or equipment (typically less than 8 pounds). Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Education and Experience

Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Certification may be required in some areas. Generally 0-2 years of experience in a related field OR MS/MA and generally 0-1 year of experience in a related field.

Our Goals for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a culture that promotes equity, respect, and advocacy for every HD Supply associate. We value the diversity of our people.

Equal Employment Opportunity

HD Supply is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. At HD Supply, we believe that our core purpose is to improve our associates’ lives and equip them with the tools needed to provide exceptional customer experiences every day.

As one of the largest industrial distributors in North America, we enable our customers’ success by consistently delivering what they need, where and when they need it. HD SUPPLY has more than 80 years of experience supporting our customers with leadership positions in the maintenance, repair and operations (MRO). With 44 distribution centers spread across 25 states and two Canadian provinces, HD Supply provides an expansive offering of approximately 200,000 SKUs featuring high-quality, name-brand and proprietary products – all at competitive prices. Combine this with our industry-leading, value‑add services – including localized jobsite delivery, will‑call and direct‑ship options, diversified logistics and innovative solutions – and you can see why our more than 300,000 customers continue to trust HD Supply as their first choice supplier for getting the job done.