HR Intern (Summer 2025) - Shelton, CT

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Date: Nov 4, 2024

Location: Shelton, CT, US, 06484-4300

Company: Hubbell Incorporated

Job Overview

Join us in Shelton, CT as a Human Resources Intern, where you will support our HR Function in a dynamic corporate setting. This internship is part of the Hubbell Summer Internship Program, a 12-week program designed to provide students with corporate experience, insight into all aspects of our business, and the kind of practical experience needed to have a rewarding career at Hubbell. The Human Resources (HR) Intern position offers a variety of opportunities, including exposure to various HR responsibilities that will provide an excellent foundation as a professional. Opportunities can vary from supporting teams in Compensation & Benefits, Recruiting, Organizational Development or Corporate HR offices across the United States. HR interns can be expected to streamline processes, learn how to pursue change across different populations, prepare data/presentations for various audiences, and be able to gain professional skills and experiences.

A Day In The Life

Every day at Hubbell is different and you’ll contribute in many ways. On any given day, you’ll make a difference by:

• Applying skills and knowledge learned in the classroom to on-the-job experiences. 

• Working on comprehensive, value-added projects.

• Working in teams and with colleagues in a professional environment.

• Developing technical skills specific to your major.

• Providing opportunities for professional development by building relationships and learning about other parts of the business.

• Providing a presentation to the local management team at the end of the program.

• Gaining knowledge of the industry as it pertains to the Hubbell business location. 

• Gaining experience in planning and organizational skills.

• Working on challenging robust projects that will provide practical experience.

• Assisting with process improvement.

• Managing multiple projects with overlapping tasks and working independently with minimal supervision.

• Providing support and assistance to co-workers as appropriate.

More specifically in this HR Intern role, you will:

• Assist the HR Business Partner in daily HR functions and duties.

• Oversee and streamline the new hire onboarding process, including pre-first day actions, conducting orientations, and new hire check-ins.

• Continuously improve onboarding materials and processes based on feedback and observations.

• Participate in the analysis of employee data and reports to help make informed decisions.

• Coordinate the termination process for employees, assisting HR Business Partners and ensuring smooth communication with managers and employees.

• Research and compile employee benefits information to create a detailed reference guide for HR Business Partners.

• Manage relationships with external partners, specifically overseeing our Managed Service Provider.

• Develop project management, organizational, and vendor management skills through hands-on experience and responsibilities.

What will help you thrive in this role?

• Currently pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Strong interest in a career in Human Resources.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

• Minimum 3.0 GPA (required)

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

Hubbell Incorporated

Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.

The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.

We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.

Hubbell Unified Business Solutions

Hubbell Unified Business Services (HUBS) provides corporate shared services to support all businesses across the enterprise. Functional areas include Engineering, Sales, Operations, Marketing, Finance, Legal, IT, Human Resources, Payroll, Environmental Health & Safety, and Compliance. HUBS employees are located around the world.

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.