Intern - Human Resources (Retail HR Support)

Human Resources Intern

At Movado Group, we are committed to building the strongest brands in the industry and we are passionate about what we do. Our people are fueled by a creative spirit and a drive for excellence that are reflected in every aspect of our business. We offer the watch industry a compelling strategic vision and track record of sustained growth and we offer our employees unparalleled opportunities for career advancement. We invite you to come share in our success. Our people are the cornerstone of business we invite you to grow your career with us. We are seeking an enthusiastic, driven, and detail-oriented college student to join our Movado Company Store team as a Human Resources Intern with a strong focus on Retail Recruiting. This internship offers hands-on experience across the full recruitment lifecycle, providing exposure to real-world talent acquisition strategies in a dynamic corporate environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the full-cycle recruitment process for retail store positions from requisition creation through onboarding.
• Participate in intake meetings to understand hiring needs and draft/post job descriptions in the ATS and on external job boards.
• Proactively source candidates via LinkedIn, Indeed, job boards, and internal databases.
• Review resumes, screen applications, and conduct initial phone interviews.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews, managing all logistics (Microsoft Teams/Zoom, confirmations, follow-ups).
• Maintain consistent and professional communication with candidates to ensure a positive candidate experience.
• Manage and update the Applicant Tracking System (ATS), including requisition management, candidate tracking, documentation, and job posting maintenance.
• Assist with reference checks, offer letter preparation, and pre-employment coordination.
• Generate recruiting reports and support data tracking and analytics.
• Assist with onboarding documentation and new hire coordination.
• Support additional HR projects, reporting, audits, and talent acquisition initiatives as needed.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a Sophomore or Junior pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree (Human Resources, Business, Psychology, or related field preferred)
• Available to work in-office 3 days per week (flexible hours) at our headquarters in Paramus, NJ.
• Strong interest in Recruiting and Talent Acquisition.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and dependable with strong follow-through skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships across departments and levels.
• Self-starter with a positive, "can-do" attitude and willingness to learn.
• Creative thinker with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong time management skills and sense of urgency.
• Availability to start immediately; this is not a summer-only internship.

This internship provides meaningful exposure to the full recruiting lifecycle and offers the opportunity to develop foundational skills in talent acquisition, communication, and HR operations within a collaborative and supportive team environment.

The hourly rate for this position is $15.92.

DIRECT APPLICANTS ONLY - NO AGENCIES

Movado Group, Inc. designs, sources, and distributes MOVADO, MVMT, OLIVIA BURTON, EBEL, CONCORD, COACH, TOMMY HILFIGER, HUGO BOSS, LACOSTE, and CALVIN KLEIN watches worldwide, and operates Movado company stores in the United States.

Movado Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It prohibits discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.