Volvogroup – Human Resources Internship

Volvo Group Trucks Operations (GTO) is the truck industrial entity within the Volvo Group responsible for Truck manufacturing, including Cab & Vehicle Assembly, Powertrain Production, Logistics Services, Parts Distribution and Remanufacturing. Hagerstown’s group function is Powertrain Production. Powertrain production is one of the world’s largest manufacturer of heavy-duty diesel engines for commercial vehicles. Powertrain production provides diesel engines and transmission systems to the Volvo Group Business Areas.

Position Description

We are currently looking for a student to work with our Human Resources team as a Human Resources Intern. The student should be prepared to work in a challenging and fast-paced environment; gaining experience and knowledge in various aspects of HR in manufacturing. As a valued member of the Human Resources team within GTO, the student will have the opportunity to work directly with the HR team on people development functions related to the unionized manufacturing environment. GTO’s goal is to contribute to the student’s development, as well as providing an opportunity for the student to work in a business environment within the manufacturing industry. This position will report to the Human Resources Business Partner.

Position Responsibilities

• Apply academic knowledge to professional activities for Volvo group by working on important and innovative projects
• Integrate knowledge and skills in manners that are mutually beneficial to the students and Volvo Group
• Coordinate intern activities (entrance presentation, iBad trip, etc.)
• Assist in HR SOPs and flow charts
• Participate in functional meetings
• Participate in health and wellbeing meetings and initiatives
• Work in the SAP system including running HR reports and assisting with payroll
• Assist in monitoring attendance and absenteeism
• Increase employee engagement
• Decrease payroll errors
• Support PD activities like SOP development
• Improve/develop training classes on specific topics
• HERCA support
• Scheduling and administering of training classes
• Delivering training classes as needed

Critical Competencies

• Attention to Detail: Provide accurate data and reports that are pertinent to the team’s tasks
• Teamwork: Building cooperation among individuals and departments, sharing information and resources, and working to achieve group goals and outcomes
• Communication: Listen effectively, transmit information accurately and understandably, and actively seek feedback from experienced engineers, project manager, etc.
• Dependability/Reliability: Follow through on commitments, timely delivery on projects, assigned tasks, etc.
• Flexibility: Willing to perform a wide range of tasks, positive responds to changes in direction and priorities, and acceptance of new challenges, responsibilities, and assignments

What are the requirements?

• Applicant must be currently enrolled and pursuing a degree Business Administration degree with a focus in Human Resources at an accredited school and have completed 30 semester hours of undergraduate studies prior to the start of the internship
• Summer Interns are required work 40 hours per week.
• Applicants must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0
• Strong communication skills

Personal Competencies

• Customer Focus
• Technical Skills
• Peer Relationships
• Integrity and Trust
• Standing Alone
• Action Oriented
• Perseverance

About Us

The Volvo Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of trucks, buses, construction equipment and marine and industrial engines under the leading brands Volvo, Renault Trucks, Mack, UD Trucks, Eicher, SDLG, Terex Trucks, Prevost, Nova Bus, UD Bus and Volvo Penta.

Volvo Group Trucks Operations encompasses all production of the Group’s engines and transmissions, as well as all production of Volvo, Renault and Mack trucks. The organization is responsible for spare parts supplies to the Group’s customers as well as for designing, operating and optimizing logistics and supply chain for all brands, production facilities and distribution centers where the Volvo Group operates. In Volvo Group Trucks Operations, you will be part of a diverse team of highly skilled professionals who work with passion, trust and embrace change to stay ahead. We make our customers win.

Volvo Group North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer
E.O.E./M/F/Disability/Veteran
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How to apply?

To apply for the Volvogroup Human Resources Internship CLICK HERE