Human Resources Co-Op

Human Resources Co-Op Student (year-round assignment)

Location: Auburn Hills, MI
Department: Human Resources
 

Martinrea is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Human Resources Co-Op Student to join our HR team for a year-long placement. This opportunity provides hands-on exposure to a variety of HR functions including onboarding, recruiting, employee engagement, records management, training, and HR administration.

The successful candidate will gain valuable real-world experience working alongside HR professionals while contributing to meaningful projects that support our employees and business operations.

Essential Responsibilities

HR Administration

• Assist with creating and maintaining employee personnel files.
• Support digital filing and document management initiatives.
• Assist with auditing employee records for accuracy and compliance.
• Help prepare onboarding and orientation materials.

Recruiting & Talent Acquisition

• Assist with posting job openings and screening the candidates 
• Review resumes and helps organize candidate information.
• Schedule interviews and communicate with candidates.
• Participate in career fairs and campus recruiting activities.

Onboarding Support

• Prepare new hire packets and orientation materials.
• Assist with new hire set-up and onboarding coordination.
• Follow up on missing onboarding documentation.
• Help coordinate welcome communications and new employee introductions.

Employee Engagement & Events

• Assist with planning employee appreciation events, wellness activities, and intern programs.
• Support employee recognition initiatives and communications.
• Help prepare materials, presentations, flyers, and event logistics.

Training & Development

• Support learning and development initiatives.
• Track training completion and employee participation.

HR Projects

• Assist with special HR projects and process improvements.
• Support data collection, reporting, and HR metrics.
• Research best practices and help develop recommendations for HR programs.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in: 
  • Human Resources
  • Business Administration
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Psychology
  • Communications
  • Related field
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with HR systems or recruiting platforms.
• Interest in employee relations, recruiting, training, or HR operations.
• Strong customer service mindset and interpersonal skills.

What You Will Gain

• Exposure to multiple HR disciplines.
• Experience supporting a professional corporate HR team.
• Opportunities to participate in recruiting events, onboarding, employee engagement initiatives, and special projects.
• Networking opportunities with leaders and employees across the organization.
• Practical experience that complements classroom learning and prepares you for a career in Human Resources.

Join us and help create a positive employee experience while building a strong foundation for your HR career.