Human Resources - INTERN at Unistress Corp – Pittsfield, Massachusetts

? As our HR Intern, you’ll be hands-on with real projects and get a broad view of what modern Human Resources looks like in the construction and manufacturing space.

· Supporting new hire onboarding, including preparing welcome materials and assisting with orientations

· Helping to maintain employee records, digital files, and HR data with accuracy and confidentiality

· Assisting in recruitment efforts: posting jobs, reviewing resumes, and coordinating interviews

· Collaborating on employee engagement initiatives (think events, recognition, and communication)

· Participating in HR team meetings and contributing fresh ideas

· Assisting with compliance tasks and HR audits

· Taking part in process improvement projects—your voice and perspective are welcome

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently pursuing (or recently completed) a degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, Psychology, or a related field
• Strong communication skills—written, verbal, and digital
• Detail-oriented, dependable, and able to manage time effectively
• Respectful of confidentiality and comfortable handling sensitive information
• Interest in HR systems, company culture, and people-first operations
• Bonus if you’re tech-savvy or enjoy organizing and streamlining processes

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience or coursework in Human Resources.
• Previous internship or co-op experience.?

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN

· Real-world HR experience in a respected, family-owned company with over 50 years of industry impact

· Mentorship from experienced professionals who care about your growth

· Project ownership—you won’t just shadow, you’ll contribute

· A behind-the-scenes look at recruitment, onboarding, compliance, culture, and employee experience

· An opportunity to explore a career path in HR, manufacturing, or operations

· A professional network and resume-building experience

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Duration: This is an internship position, expected to commence at the end of this academic semester and conclude at the end of the summer session.
• Compensation: This is a paid internship position. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the interview process.?
• Application Process: Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and academic transcript to:

Unistress Corporation is committed to providing a supportive and enriching internship experience, offering opportunities for professional growth and development in the field of Human Resources.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

· Builds trust and respect. Places a high value on collaboration. Is easy to approach and talk to; is empathic and a good listener; relates well to all people throughout the organization. Is viewed as a team player.

· Embraces honesty and transparency. Shares and withholds information appropriately in accordance with the confidential nature of Human Resources. Embraces feedback and listens openly to it and offers feedback in a constructive and positive manner. Listens and values dialogue.

· Develops Customer Relationships. Is dedicated to meeting and exceeding the expectations of customers to support our goal of being a top employer. Is in the mind-set of continual growth.

· Measures Actions Appropriately. Analyzes situations and determines gameplan. Acts with a sense of urgency, when required, and with the end result in mind. Prioritizes workload and projects and eliminates roadblocks. Uses time effectively. Knows when to take time to measure actions before implementation.

· Assumes personal accountability for areas of responsibility. Can be counted on to deliver results that are timely, and meet expectations for safety, quality, and quantity. Takes ownership for follow-through and follow-up during the business process.

· Utilizes Communication skills Effectively. Ability to convey information and ideas in a variety of settings. Ensures that information is communicated in a timely manner. Communication consistently is respectful, inclusive, empathetic and empowering.

If you’re ready to explore the people side of business in a company that values hard work, community, and innovation, we’d love to hear from you. Apply with your resume and a short statement about what interests you in HR and working with Unistress.