Human Resources Intern

Position Description

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a HR Intern- Summer 2026 to join the Starline Team in Canonsburg, PA. The HR Intern will contribute to strategic HR initiatives and daily operations, with a focus on training, onboarding, intern program development, employee engagement, and compliance. This role provides hands-on experience in projects that enhance workforce development, improve processes, and strengthen employer branding. Ideal for a student passionate about HR innovation and creating meaningful employee experiences.

What You'll Gain: Exposure to HR operations, mentorship from HR leaders, and opportunities to make a real impact on employee engagement and development.

What Will You Do?

 Key Responsibilities

Training & Development

Assist in designing and updating training materials to ensure programs are engaging, innovative, and aligned with organizational needs.Coordinate training logistics, including scheduling, communication, and feedback collection.Evaluate current training offerings and recommend improvements.Create templates, tools, and resources that support leadership and employee development.

Onboarding

Review and document onboarding processes to identify opportunities for streamlining and improving the new hire experience.Shadow new hires during early onboarding touchpoints to gather insights and recommend enhancements.Develop and maintain onboarding guides, checklists, and communication materials.Contribute to orientation content that helps new hires feel welcomed and prepared.

Internship Program Support

Plan, coordinate, and execute intern program activities and engagement events.Develop creative ideas to enhance the intern experience and foster collaboration.Maintain intern resources, including manager toolkits, calendars, and guides.Collect and analyze intern feedback to identify trends and improvements.Prepare presentations or summaries highlighting program outcomes.

Employee Engagement

Conduct engagement touchpoints such as check-ins, informal surveys, or interviews.Analyze feedback to identify opportunities for improving the employee experience.Assist in developing action plans and communications based on insights.Support engagement initiatives and culture-building activities, including event planning and promotion.

Branding & Communications

Create impactful, on-brand content, including templates and presentations, to support HR programs and initiatives.Develop location and program specific collateral that showcases company culture and communicates the employee value proposition.Support branding efforts for events, ERGs, and internal communication campaigns to strengthen engagement and inclusivity.Utilize design and productivity tools (e.g., Canva, Microsoft Office) to craft engaging content that reinforces HR initiatives and brand identity.

General HR Support & Compliance

Gain exposure to HR compliance fundamentals, including employment law basics, policy adherence, and documentation practices, reinforcing concepts taught in HR and business courses.Assist with compliance-related activities such as reviewing policies, supporting audits, and ensuring accurate recordkeeping to meet regulatory requirements.Map and evaluate HR workflows, recommending improvements to increase efficiency.Respond to employee requests and route inquiries to the appropriate team members.Perform administrative tasks such as preparing files, scanning, mailing, and supporting meeting logistics.Create HR tickets in internal systems (e.g., Dovetail) and follow up to ensure timely completion.Participate in special projects and proactively recommend process improvements.

Qualifications

Required Skills

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Ability to work 30–40 hours per week in an office environment, with occasional exposure to manufacturing areas requiring PPE.Strong communication and customer service skills; professional and accurate handling of requests.High integrity with the ability to maintain confidentiality.Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort with learning new tools; experience with Canva or similar design platforms preferred.Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.Creative, proactive, and eager to learn; dependable and collaborative with a positive attitude.

Work Environment

Comfortable working in a standard office environment with typical office equipment.This position may occasionally require exposure to manufacturing areas where PPE (e.g., safety glasses, hearing protection) is mandatory.Ability to sit for prolonged periods and perform desk-based work.

Note: The above Job Description is representative of the responsibilities and qualifications necessary to be successful in this role. It does not encompass every job duty or responsibility; other tasks may be assigned as necessary. Further the job description does not alter the at-will nature of employment with Legrand and does not create a contract of employment. 

Company Info

About Legrand

Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and data center markets makes us a benchmark for customers worldwide. We harness technological and societal trends with lasting impacts on buildings with the purpose of improving life by transforming the spaces where people live, work, and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative, and sustainable. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext (Legrand SA EPA: LR). For more information, visit

About Legrand North and Central America

Legrand, North & Central America (LNCA) is a leader in the AV, Lighting & Controls, Electrical, and Data Center markets. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company's incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visit  

About Legrand's Data Center Power and Control Division

The industry-leading brands of Approved Networks, Ortronics, Raritan, Server Technology, and Starline empower Legrand's Data, Power & Control to produce innovative solutions for data centers, building networks, and facility infrastructures. Our division designs, manufactures, and markets world-class products for a more productive and sustainable future. The exceptional reliability of our technologies results from decades of proven performance and a dedication to research and development. 

Equal Opportunity Employer

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