MHR Summer 2026 Intern

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Job Description:

If you’re looking for a valuable opportunity with a global leader, UPS has the internship for you! UPS is seeking an MBA or Master of Human Resources (MHR) Intern to drive the daily operations and shared goals of the HR Department.

The MHR Internship Program prepares the next generation of HR professionals for success through skill development, networking opportunities, mentorship, and exposure to various HR business departments. Interns will take ownership over meaningful, high-impact assignments and present these capstone projects to the Human Resource Leadership Team (HRLT) at the end of the internship. Additionally, leadership will identify top talent with the potential for future opportunities like a full-time role in the Human Resources Leadership Development Program (HRLDP), a rotational program for post-graduation. The HRLDP aims to further develop HR leaders through training, mentorship, and working in various HR roles.

We seek candidates who are complex problem solvers with the ability to align ideas to long-term business goals and exhibit great communication, time-management, and leadership skills. If you have the drive to get work done and desire real-life problem solving in a collaborative environment, we welcome you to apply. The internship will be located at UPS Global Headquarters in Atlanta, GA and candidates will be expected to relocate for the duration of the internship.

Program Dates: 5/26/2026-8/7/2026

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Creates a solution and path forward for a real business need

  • Conducts meaningful research using data to support the capstone project and produces deliverables

  • Assists in the development and improvement of company practices

  • Builds relationships with key stakeholders, as they relate to capstone project responsibilities

  • Ensures alignment to company, business-unit, and stakeholder long-term strategies and goals

  • Engages in training and development opportunities

  • Participates in intern events to expand knowledge of UPS and engage with senior leaders

  • Meets with mentors for assistance navigating UPS and identifying career development opportunities

  • Encourages diversity of thought, experience, and ideas

  • Presents final capstone project to HR leadership at the end of the internship program

Knowledge and Skills

  • Exhibits exceptional verbal, written and interactive communication skills

  • Demonstrates effective research tactics and organizational skills

  • Demonstrates project management skills

  • Demonstrates agility in a professional and effective manner

  • Initiative for problem-solving and taking action to drive results

  • Ability to convey a positive and professional presence with all stakeholders

  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

  • Open to feedback and self-development

  • Ability to maintain high standards of confidentiality

  • Ability to analyze data and experience with data visualization preferred (or willingness to learn)

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen or National of the U.S., an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer

  • Ability to be in the same geographic location as the job or willing to relocate

  • Currently enrolled in a master’s or MBA program with a preferred course of study in Human Resources Management

Employee Type:

Intern

UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

Other Criteria:

UPS is an equal opportunity employer. UPS does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Basic Qualifications:

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National of the U.S., an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer.

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