Human Resources Intern (Summer 2026)

Make a difference. As a Graybar summer intern, you will get the opportunity to apply your classroom knowledge to real-world business scenarios. Our internship program is structured to provide exposure to different areas of our business, allowing you to learn about wholesale distribution and explore your career interests. Opportunities are available across the country. In this role you will: Learn Graybar’s business: this may include human resources, sales, warehousing, customer service, operations, finance, etc. Get hands-on experience Complete projects Participate in professional networking What you bring to the table: Must be currently enrolled in a graduate level Industrial/Organizational Psychology or equivalent program (master’s or PhD) Positive attitude Interested in a career in human resources with a wholesale distributor Excellent academic standing Skills/Qualifications: Organizational and time management skills Comfortable presenting in front of people, including senior leaders Understanding of process for conducting a job analysis Ability to analyze data and make recommendations Effective communication skills – oral and written Self-motivated and willing to learn Ability to set and meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities/tasks Someone interested in recruiting, learning, or employee development Shift and Hours: Monday - Friday; 8:00am to 5:00pm. Compensation Details: The rate of pay for this position is $20.00 per hour. The Value of Graybar: At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like: Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits. Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family. Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts. Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you. Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans. 401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future. Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness. Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year. Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health. Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community. Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles. Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program. Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs. And More Perks that support your well-being and career growth. Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information. Why should you join Graybar? At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it’s the right thing to do and the right way to run our business. We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team. That’s what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company. Apply now and find out what’s next for you. Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled Not the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Introduce Yourself in the top-right corner of the page or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest! Graybar, a Fortune 500 company, specializes in supply chain management services, and is a leading North American distributor of high quality components, equipment, and materials. We serve the construction market, the commercial, institutional, and government (CIG) market, and the industrial and utility markets. Graybar products and services support new construction, infrastructure updates, building renovation, facility maintenance, repair and operations, and original equipment manufacturing.