What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern – Human Resources position at Energy Transfer Family of Partnerships?
Energy Transfer moves America’s Energy. Founded in 1996, Energy Transfer has become one of the most diversified, publicly traded energy infrastructure Partnerships in the country. With more than 100,000 miles of pipeline and associated infrastructure traversing 38 states and Canada, international offices in Canada and Beijing, and nearly 10,000 employees, we are essential in delivering the nation’s natural gas, crude oil, and refined products domestically and globally.
This is a twelve (12) week paid internship program beginning May 2027. You must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program with an expected graduation date in Fall 2027 or Spring 2028.
Summary:
The Human Resources Intern will gain broad, hands-on experience across multiple areas of HR through a rotational assignment. This position provides exposure to several key HR functions—including, but not limited to, Recruiting, Benefits, Payroll, Compensation, HR Generalist, and Legal—allowing the intern to develop a well-rounded understanding of how HR supports a large, dynamic organization.
The intern will spend approximately half of the summer in Dallas and the other half in Houston, collaborating with local HR teams and business leaders to support day-to-day operations, special projects, and ongoing initiatives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
During the rotation, responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
• Assist with interview scheduling and onboarding logistics
• Support intern program coordination and optimize tracking spreadsheets
• Review resumes and manage candidate activity within Taleo and Yello
Benefits
• Assist the benefits team with communications, enrollment, and data accuracy projects
• Support wellness program initiatives and benefits reporting
Payroll
• Observe payroll processing cycles and assist with data entry and reconciliation tasks
• Review and verify time and attendance information for accuracy
Compensation
• Conduct market research and assist with compensation benchmarking and data analysis
• Support job evaluation documentation and pay structure reviews
HR Generalist
• Support HR representatives with employee relations, organizational changes, and HR Database
Legal & Compliance
• Learn the fundamentals of employment law and HR compliance
• Support policy review and document management initiatives
Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Preferred junior status.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Willingness to travel between Dallas and Houston during the program
What You’ll Gain
• Exposure to multiple HR disciplines in a real-world corporate environment
• Mentorship from experienced HR professionals and leaders
• Networking opportunities with business and HR teams across Energy Transfer
• A deeper understanding of how strategic HR supports company operations and culture