HR Intern

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The opportunity:

Hitachi Ltd. is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic HR Intern to support various Human Resources functions and gain hands-on experience in a global technology company. This role provides an excellent opportunity to learn about HR operations, policies, and best practices within a dynamic environment.

How you’ll make an impact:

• You will assist with the onboarding Employee Life Cycle (ELC) process including support new employee onboarding activities, such as preparing orientation materials and coordinating initial paperwork.
• You will help maintain accurate employee records and update HR databases with relevant information, assist with HR projects and initiatives, including data analysis, research, and report generation.
• You will support HR team with administrative tasks, including scheduling meetings, preparing presentations, and managing correspondence, participate in departmental meetings and contribute to discussions on HR strategies and challenges.
• You will gain exposure to various HR areas, including talent management, compensation and benefits, and employee relations, adhere to company policies, procedures, and confidentiality requirements.
• You will be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
• Living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s in human resources, Business Administration or a related field. Strong interest in a career in Human Resources.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion, strong organizational skills and attention to detail and ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges. Previous internship or work experience in an office environment is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.