What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Intern position at Hunter Engineering Company?
Looking to build your career with a company that values innovation, stability, and people? Join our dedicated team as an HR Intern in Bridgeton, MO!
Since 1946, Hunter Engineering has been aligning cutting-edge technology with a strong commitment to quality. As a family-owned, American-made company, Hunter is the global leader in automotive service equipment, with our products used in over 130 countries by top vehicle manufacturers, tire companies, and service centers.
We’re proud to be recognized as a Best Places to Work finalist by the St. Louis Business Journal for four consecutive years (2022 – 2025) – a testament to our commitment to our people. Here, employees are supported, challenged, and take pride in their work. We offer exceptional benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.
If you’re ready to join a team that’s shaping the future of automotive service, read on.
As an HR Intern, you support the Talent Acquisition team with full-cycle recruitment efforts
What You’ll Do:
- Support full-cycle recruitment efforts by posting jobs across multiple platforms, sourcing candidates, screening resumes, conducting initial phone interviews, and scheduling interviews with hiring managers.
- Maintain and update the applicant tracking system (ATS) to ensure candidate data is accurate and up to date.
- Coordinate candidate communications including interview confirmations, thank-you notes, and status updates to ensure a positive candidate experience.
- Contribute to university relations and early-career recruitment programs, such as internship or co-op planning, career fair preparation, and networking events.
- Collaborate with HR team members on special projects, reporting, and data analysis related to hiring trends.
- Provide general HR administrative support as needed (filing, scheduling, data entry).
- Additional projects and duties as needed.
What You’ll Bring:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, or a related field.
- Interest in talent acquisition and recruiting best practices.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a focus on professionalism and clarity.
- Detail-oriented, resourceful, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word); familiarity with ATS platforms is a plus.
- A proactive, positive attitude and a collaborative mindset.
What We Offer:
- Real-world experience
- Off-campus team bonding/appreciation event
- Free Onsite Fitness & Recreation Center
Join us in our mission to ‘Align People and Innovation to Drive Excellence!’
- Make Lives Better Together
- Take Pride in the Extraordinary
- Define the Standard