Human Resources Intern

Human Resources Intern – Summer 2027

About the Opportunity

Claire’s is looking for a motivated and people-focused student to join our Human Resources team as a Summer 2027 Intern. This internship provides broad exposure to the people side of a retail organization and the opportunity to see how HR supports employees, leaders, and the business.

As an HR Intern, you’ll work alongside members of our HR team and gain exposure to different areas of the employee lifecycle.

What You’ll Get to Experience

Depending on business priorities and team assignments, you may have the opportunity to:

• Support HR projects and initiatives across the employee lifecycle.

• Gain exposure to Talent Acquisition, HR Operations, HR Business Partnerships, Total Rewards, and other areas of HR.

• Assist with recruiting, candidate, onboarding, or employee-experience activities.

• Support HR reporting, data analysis, and administrative processes.

• Help develop employee communications, resources, and presentations.

• Participate in HR meetings and cross-functional projects.

• Learn how HR policies, programs, and processes support employees and business operations.

• Support special projects and evolving people priorities.

What We’re Looking For

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, Organizational Leadership, Communications, or a related field.

• Strong interest in Human Resources and the employee experience.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent organization and attention to detail.

• Ability to handle information with professionalism and discretion.

• Comfortable using Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint.

• Collaborative, curious, and eager to learn.

• Expected graduation date of December 2027 or later preferred.

About the Internship

Claire’s Summer 2027 internship opportunities are designed to provide students with meaningful exposure to our business, teams, and customers. Interns will have the opportunity to contribute to real business priorities, build professional skills, and learn from Claire’s team members and leaders.

Specific assignments, projects, program dates, and team structure will be finalized based on business needs.

Claire’s is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute and grow.

Additional information

Claire’s is committed to adhering to all applicable company policies and federal, state, and local laws and regulations. All positions will be compensated at or above the legally mandated minimum wage for the location in which work is performed. The final compensation will be determined by various factors such as relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location.

Benefits for full-time employees included medical, dental, and vision insurance, voluntary welfare plans, bonus plan eligibility, 401(k) match, vacation time, sick time* and paid leave.

Benefits for part-time employees included voluntary welfare plans, 401(k) match, vacation time, sick time* and paid leave in required states.

*Sick Time: For the State of Washington, all employees will accrue paid sick time at the rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.

Claire's is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and we encourage applications from members of all underrepresented groups, including those with disabilities. We will accommodate applicants' needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require.

Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. To request accommodation, please email [email protected]. Only messages sent for this purpose will be considered.