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Human Resource Intern

CompanyStephen Gould Corporation
LocationMadison
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 20, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The HR Intern will support day-to-day HR operations, including talent acquisition, HRIS data management, and the digitization of personnel files. They will also collaborate on a high-visibility cohort project and assist with employee engagement and benefits administration.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$18 - $20
Company Size
987
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Over the course of the past 80+ years, Stephen Gould has been recognized as a leader within the packaging industry, growing to become one of the largest privately owned packaging sales organizations in the US, with 2021 revenue surpassing $940 Million. Throughout our history, we have evolved our expertise from a simple industrial packaging supplier to a complex turnkey partner, with the ability to design, prototype and produce packaging across all mediums, while also providing supply chain management, warehousing and logistics services. We excel through our people-first approach, relentlessly working to get quality products to market, while building trust with our customers and various partners through every engagement. Now in our third generation of family leadership, SG continues to set the standard for performance and service as we pursue creative advances in design, engineering and supply chains that can solve any packaging challenge on both a local and global scale.
About the Role

What makes Stephen Gould Exceptional. 

Founded through a passion for entrepreneurship, our success is due to the ingenuity and tenacity of our extraordinary teams, bringing people and ideas together. With Stephen Gould, everything is within reach including an exciting career opportunity. We want you to join our team and build on our incredible 80-years of excellence. Stephen Gould looks for people that want to design and develop exciting solutions for a variety of engaged and passionate clients across the global. With headquarters in Madison, New Jersey, 40 locations throughout the U.S and operations in six countries outside the U.S, we have grown tremendously while maintaining staying true to our 5 Principles: Stephen Gould - 5 Principals

Values and behaviors we look for: 

  • Be committed to delivering the best results as a team, recognize that decisions may differ from individual opinion, succeed as a group.
  • Integrity and reliability show up every day in my work.
  • Turn challenges into opportunities, be proactive and problem-solve early 


What will I do?

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Human Resources Intern to join our HR team for the upcoming internship cohort. This is an exciting opportunity for a student or recent graduate to gain hands-on exposure to core HR functions while also collaborating with fellow interns on a high-visibility cohort project to be presented to executive leadership.

The HR Intern will support day-to-day HR operations, contribute to department initiatives, and develop professional skills in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This role is ideal for individuals pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field. Flexibility to work up to 40 hours a week- with 3 days from the HQ office in Madison, NJ

Talent Acquisition

  • Shadow and assist with full-cycle recruiting activities including drafting job postings, sourcing candidates, screening resumes, and coordinating interviews
  • Assist with new hire onboarding logistics, including pre-employment documentation, background check coordination, and assigning training courses through the LMS

HRIS & Data Management

  • Support day-to-day HRIS data entry, audits, and maintenance to ensure employee records are current, accurate, and compliant
  • Assist with HRIS reporting and the generation of standard and ad hoc HR data reports for internal stakeholders
  • Support system testing, workflow configuration, and user acceptance activities related to HRIS upgrades or new module implementations
  • Partner with the HR team to identify data integrity issues and support process improvements within the HRIS platform

Digitization of Personnel Files

  • Lead and support the scanning, indexing, and digitization of physical personnel files into the company’s electronic document management system
  • Ensure document classification and naming conventions are applied consistently and in compliance with records retention policies
  • Maintain confidentiality and data security standards throughout the digitization process, handling sensitive employee information with the utmost discretion
  • Track and report progress of the digitization project, flagging any discrepancies or missing documentation to the HR team

General HR Support

  • Assist in drafting HR communications, templates, and standard operating procedures
  • Help coordinate employee engagement programs, and recognition initiatives
  • Support benefits administration by responding to employee inquiries and preparing informational materials
  • Conduct research and benchmarking on HR best practices, compensation trends, and industry standards
  • Participate in HR department meetings and contribute ideas and observations from an intern perspective


Role Requirements

Education

  • Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Bachelor's or Master's degree program
  • Preferred fields of study: Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, Communications, or related discipline
  • Must be able to work from the HQ office in Madison, NJ 3 days a week.

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

 

THIS POSITION DESCRIPTION IN NO WAY STATES OR IMPLIES THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE(S) INCUMBENT IN THIS POSITION. EMPLOYEES WILL BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW ANY JOB-RELATED INSTRUCTIONS AND TO PERFORM ANY OTHER JOB-RELATED DUTIES REQUESTED BY ANY PERSON AUTHORIZED TO GIVE INSTRUCTIONS OR ASSIGNMENTS.

EEOC: Stephen Gould is an equal opportunity employer 





Key Skills
Human ResourcesRecruitingHRISData ManagementOnboardingCommunicationMicrosoft Office SuiteAttention to detailOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skillsData entryReportingConfidentialityProblem-solvingTime management
Categories
Human ResourcesAdministrativeManagement & Leadership