Human Resources Intern

Are you the "snack-obsessed" person in your friend group? Do you dream of turning your passion for snacks into something bigger… like a career? If you're a college student looking for a paid Summer 2026 internship, PIM Brands might just be your perfect match. 

Our 10-week immersive summer internship program at PIM Brands is designed for rising seniors eager to elevate their skills, gain hands-on experience, build lasting professional connections, and work with some of the most iconic and beloved brands out there, including Welch’s® Fruit Snacks. Open roles span across functions such as R&D, Sales, Supply Chain, Marketing, HR, and more—offering interns the chance to work alongside experienced professionals committed to their development. Throughout the program, interns contribute to meaningful projects both independently and collaboratively, with opportunities to present their ideas and gain visibility with senior leadership.

 At PIM Brands, We Make The Brands You Love®. Our portfolio of products, from Welch’s® Fruit Snacks to Sun-Maid® Chocolate Covered Raisins and Sour Jacks® Sour Candies are enjoyed by millions of consumers every day. And when it comes to careers, we seek talented, results - oriented individuals who want to play a part in building amazing brands and products while working in a collaborative, dynamic, and fast-paced office environment. At PIM Brands, you can make an immediate and lasting contribution to help grow iconic snack and confectionery brands, no matter your area of expertise. 

Read more about this 2026 internship opportunity below. 

PIM Brands, Inc. is seeking bright, eager interns for our Human Resources Department. We are looking for a Human Resources Intern interested in starting a career at our Somerset, NJ location.

Human Resources Intern will support the HR team with recruitment, onboarding, and employee engagement initiatives while gaining hands-on experience in core HR functions. Assist with administrative tasks, data entry, and coordination of HR projects in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Job Description Audit & Compliance

• Maintain and audit job descriptions for all company positions.
• Ensure accuracy in reporting structures and role responsibilities.
• Manage digital files and facilitate signature collection for HR compliance.
• Upload and update job descriptions in Paycom.

New Hire Orientation Support

• Coordinate pre-orientation logistics (badges, lockers, uniforms, lunch).
• Assist with orientation day activities including plant tours, I-9 paperwork, and system enrollment.
• Conduct follow-ups at 2 weeks and 45 days post-hire.

Employee Engagement

• Organize 1st-year anniversary celebrations including scheduling, food orders, and goody bag prep.

General HR Support

• Assemble onboarding packets and assist with company events.
• Audit terminated employee I-9s and support exit interviews.
• Help with reporting and phone coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• Rising Senior in college/university, pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources
• 3.0 overall GPA or better.
• Strong business acumen and analytical ability.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; strong interpersonal and organization skills; and, demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong relationships.
• Self-motivated and bias for action.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Demonstrated personal and professional values.

Pay:

The pay range for this position is $20.00 -- $21.00 per hour. PIM Brands takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs.

 Worksite:

• The PIM Brands is located in Somerset, New Jersey
• The internship requires working on-site: Monday thru Friday
• Business casual dress
• Professional development and training opportunities offered during the summer

Awards & Accolades:

• #10 Candy Company in North America
• #26 Global Candy Company
• NJ Best Places to Work - 2025
• Top 50 Employer in New Jersey
• Makers of Welch’s Fruit Snacks - #1 Fruit Snacks in U.S.
• 2024 Advocate of the Year Award
• Recognized by NJBIA - State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Facility and in Research/Development 2024
• Recognized by New Jersey Business Magazine 2024
• Top 100 Privately Owned Company in the Metro NYC Market

Excited about this 2026 internship opportunity, please apply!

Don’t be discouraged if you don’t hear from us right away. We’re taking our time to review all resumes, and to find the best students for PIM Brands.

Thanks for your interest in working with us.

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PIM Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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