Join ABB and work in a team that is dedicated to creating a future where innovative digital technologies allow greater access to cleaner energy.

ABB (ABBN: SIX Swiss Ex) is a technology leader that is driving the digital transformation of industries. With a history of innovation spanning more than 130 years, ABB has four customer-focused, globally leading businesses: Electrification, Industrial Automation, Motion, and Robotics & Discrete Automation, supported by the ABB Ability™ digital platform. ABB’s Power Grids business will be divested to Hitachi in 2020. ABB operates in more than 100 countries with about 147,000 employees. www.abb.com.

ABB is seeking a Human Resources (HR) Intern to support the daily operations of the HR Department. You will have the opportunity to impact the future of the HR organization.

Your responsibilities

• Maintains accurate and updated employee files in accordance with company policies and government regulations.
• Assists in the development and improvement of company policies and procedures.
• Composes competent employee communications regarding policy and procedural changes.
• Reviews resumes in online database to recruit qualified individuals for specific open positions.
• Maintains employment resumes, applications and applicant flow logs in line with company procedures.
• Assists in recruitment activities and special projects.

Your background

• Enrolled in Master’s or Bachelor Degree program focusing on business, liberal arts, human resources disciplines (e.g., industrial & labor relations, industrial & organizational psychology, organizational behavior, finance, accounting, law) and a GPA greater than or equal to 3.0/4.0.
• Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.
• Previous HR internship or other internship aligned with degree program discipline.
• Exhibits exceptional verbal, written and interactive communication skills.
• Demonstrates effective research tactics; good organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain high standards of confidentiality.
• Ability to convey a positive and professional image to internal and external customers.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access.
• Junior or senior currently enrolled in a four-year college or university or in a master’s program with a preferred course of study in Human Resources Management.
• Knowledge of U.S. Labor Laws: FLSA, OSHA, FMLA and IRCA – Preferred.