Summer Intern - Human Resources

Hanes Companies - Human Resources Intern
Location: Winston-Salem, NC
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Job Summary
The Human Resources Intern will support the HR Team in delivering day-to-day HR operations across both a corporate office and manufacturing plant environment. This role provides hands-on experience in multiple HR functional areas including employee relations, recruiting, onboarding, compliance, training, and HR administration. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, and highly organized.
Key Responsibilities

• Assist the HR Managers with daily human resources operations across corporate and plant locations
• Support recruitment efforts, including posting positions, reviewing resumes, scheduling interviews, and conducting onboarding activities
• Maintain and update employee records and personnel files to ensure compliance with company and legal requirements
• Assist with compliance tasks related to company policies, employment law, and manufacturing safety requirements
• Participate in HR projects such as engagement initiatives and process improvements
• Gain exposure to HR practices unique to a manufacturing plant environment, including hourly workforce support

Qualifications

• Interest in pursuing a career as an HR Generalist or HR professional
• Ability to travel reliably to Winston-Salem, NC and work on-site Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally
• Willingness to work in both a corporate office and manufacturing plant setting

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience supporting HR Generalist functions
• Exposure to both corporate and manufacturing HR operations
• Practical experience with employee relations, recruiting, onboarding, and compliance
• Mentorship from experienced HR professionals
• A strong foundation for a future career in Human Resources

Hanes Companies is a people-first organization dedicated to providing a complete benefits package for our employees and their families. Benefits include health/dental/vision insurance, retirement savings with company match, discount stock plan, paid time off, paid holidays, employee assistance program, gym reimbursement, education reimbursement, and many more!

Equal Employment Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer