HR Internship - Summer 2026

Celebrated as one of Minnesota’s Top Workplaces! We are seeking highly motivated HR intern to join our Minneapolis team. As an intern, you will have the chance to learn from industry professionals, collaborate on real-world projects, and develop skills that will kick-start your career. This paid internship is designed to provide you with a well-rounded experience across different areas of our business.

“Together We Make Dreams Real” – that is our purpose as a company and we exist to work in concert with each other, owners, design professionals and trade partners to make the journey as stress-free as possible. Together, we’ve created a dynamic, fun, inspiring environment where we can be ourselves and grow each day. Knutson is deeply committed to cultivating and upholding diversity throughout our workforce, relationships, and communities. We recognize the utmost importance of continually advancing our comprehension of diversity, equity, and inclusion as transformative forces within our work, industry, and company values.

At Knutson, opportunities to shine happen daily. We value what makes you different and empower you to act on your ideas.

The HR Intern provides administrative and project support to the Human Resources department while gaining hands-on experience in HR operations within a construction environment.

To be successful in this internship, you must understand, model, and represent Knutson’s culture, values, and The Knutson Experience. At Knutson, we work hard, we have fun, and we are proud of the positive impacts we have on the communities we serve.

The key job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist with filing and maintaining employment records related to hiring, termination, leaves, transfers, or promotions using human resources management systems
• Support onboarding efforts by preparing new hire paperwork, coordinating DocuSign documents, and assisting with orientation logistics
• Help coordinate pre-employment requirements such as background checks and drug testing
• Assist in maintaining and updating HR documents, trackers, and internal systems (e.g., CMiC)
• Support employee engagement initiatives, events, and HR communications
• Attend and participate in recruitment events such as college visits and career fairs, as needed
• Provide general administrative support to the HR team
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information
• Field employee questions as appropriate and escalate when needed
• Assist with special projects, including policy updates, reporting, and training materials
• All other duties, tasks and/or projects as assigned
• Participation and completion in scheduled and applicable safety training, as determined by the company.
  
  

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to effectively communicate Knutson’s purpose, people-focused culture, and values
• Excellent oral/written communication and interpersonal skills
• Skilled in computer and systems, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), and internet-based tools & systems
• Strong customer service and ability to interact with employees at all levels throughout the company.
• Self-starter with excellent time management, multi-tasking, and organizational skills.
• Strong work ethic and sense of integrity, and trustworthiness.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Creative in brainstorming and proposing new ideas and solutions.
  
  

Minimum Education and/or Experience Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
• Previous internship or administrative experience is a plus, but not required
  
  

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday