Human Resources Intern

Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the mining, forestry, industrial, and construction industries that maximizes value for customers through innovative solutions. With a full line of products supported by our advanced Internet of Things (IoT) technologies and global service network, we help customers safely and sustainably optimize their operations. Our Komatsu, P&H, Joy, Montabert, and Modular Mining products and related services are used to extract fundamental minerals and develop modern infrastructure.

At Komatsu, we create value through manufacturing and technology innovation to empower a sustainable future where people, businesses, and our planet thrive together. As an intern at Komatsu, you will have the opportunity to apply your education in a real-world setting; participate in significant, value-adding projects alongside an experienced mentor, and support your team members in achieving department goals that impact our business and beyond.

How you will help us create value together:

As a Human Resources Intern, you will be responsible for a range of support activities for the HR Department. This team provides support to all of the loading business unit employees in Milwaukee, WI. This onsite position will be based onsite at our South Harbor location in Milwaukee's Harbor District. The target start date for this role is Summer 2025 and has potential to be extended into the Fall 2025 school semester. We offer full-time hours during the summer and flexible part-time hours during the academic year.

• Work closely with the loading business unitteams to create job descriptions (JDs)
• Kronos Implementation/Training
• HR systems facilitation - Including SAP, UKG, Kronos, and Success Factors
• Assist with Milwaukee Invoicing process
• Intern Program facilitation, communications, and engagement
• Community outreach exposure
• Training implementation/communication
• Some labor relations exposure
• Onboarding process - Training and assisting as needed

Basic Qualifications:

• Pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree in Human Resourcesor a related field
• Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or master's level student in good academic standing
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team towards a goal
• Excellent organization and personal time management skills, ability to handle multiple tasks
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Possess effective problem solving and critical thinking skills; ability to be creative and resourceful when needed
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite products (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Enrolled in an accredited Bachelor's Degree program in Human Resources or related field. At least Junior status is preferred.
• Available for work approximately 40 hours per week in the summer months
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to multi-task and be flexible
• Excellent written and oral communication skills as well as a strong customer service approach
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality-always
• Competent in MS Office, specifically Excel, Word and Outlook

What makes Komatsu's intern program unique?

The Komatsu Internship Program is rooted in community, collaboration, and innovation. Intern program perks include:

• Several Intern-inclusive networking opportunities such as:
  
  
  
  • Meet & greets with executive leadership
  • Volunteer Week
  • Appreciation Events
  • End-of-Summer Capstone presentations
  • Company-sponsored travel opportunities
  
  
  
  
• Access to amenities at Milwaukee HQ's including a coffee shop, cafeteria serving breakfast and lunch, and free onsite fitness center
• Potential to come back or join us as full-time employees
• Real-world project work alongside local, regional, and global team members
• Mentorship from experienced subject-matter experts in your field

We're excited that you're interested in an internship with Komatsu, and we look forward to reviewing your application! While you wait for future communication from our team, we encourage you to learn more about our business by visiting www.komatsu.com.