Molding Human Resources Intern

Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that’s transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world.

At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet.  More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It’s our core value and integral to how we do business.

Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win – adapting quickly in an everchanging world – and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.

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Job Description

About the Role

As an Intern at Amcor, you'll meet and learn from leaders across the organization, work on meaningful projects, and build the skills, knowledge and network that will propel your career forward. Amcor's internships are designed to encourage practical application of classroom concepts in an advanced industrial manufacturing environment. The Molding Human Resources Intern will provide essential support to the Molding HR Team and collaborate with colleagues at all levels of the organization. The Intern will gain valuable exposure to essential HR functions like:

• Recruiting: source candidates, proliferate job postings, schedule interviews and pre-employment screenings, etc.

• Onboarding: complete employment authorization, support biweekly New Hire Orientation preparations and execution, etc.

• Employee Relations: escalate complaints to HR Generalists, observe investigations, discuss legal considerations, etc.

• Employee Engagement: conduct pulse surveys, help plan and execute internal engagement events, coordinate anniversary recognition gifts, etc.

• Data Management: run, audit, and analyze requested reports, update tracking spreadsheets, scan and e-file physical employment documentation, etc.

Projects that may be delegated to the Intern include:

• Learn and lead entry-level recruitment and onboarding efforts by monitoring requisitions, screening applications, scheduling interviews, extending offers, and coordinating pre-employment requirements for New Hires in the Molding Plant.

• Contribute to HRIS optimization by digitizing and accurately storing historical records in individual employee's Workday profiles.

• Create user-friendly Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to continuously improve the HR Team's internal workflows. Utilize Lean and Six Sigma principles to enhance process efficiency, adherence to company policy, and quality of work. 

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, initiative, and follow-through from Day 1

• Attend and observe meetings alongside the HR Coordinator, Generalist, and/or Manager

• Communicate proactively using internal channels (FAQ boards, digital signage, email, MS Teams, etc.)

• Model professionalism, active listening, empathy, and curiosity when interacting with all colleagues

• Report on progress and challenges, collaborating with the HR Team to creatively troubleshoot issues

• Embrace a team player mentality by approaching assigned tasks with openness and enthusiasm

• Immediately notify the HR Team of safety concerns, code of conduct violations, and other emergencies

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled college student pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, Industrial-Organizational Psychology, or related field. Senior class standing strongly preferred.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills

• Previous experience using Microsoft Office Suite products. Advanced skills in Excel strongly preferred.

• Highly organized and intrinsically motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion and sensitivity

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive, professional demeanor

• Previous exposure to HR processes/procedures and familiarity with ATS/HRIS strongly preferred

• Previous experience in an office/administrative setting strongly preferred

Additional Info

• Anticipated Start: October 2026

• Compensation: $19 - $21 hourly

• Weekly Hours: Minimum of 20

• Work Type: 100% office and administrative

• Remote Eligible: No. This position is located onsite at our main plant in Lawrence, KS

• Relocation Assistance: None available

Our Expectations

We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:

• Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team
• Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovation
• Our investors benefit from Amcor’s consistent growth and superior returns
• The environment is better off because of Amcor’s leadership and products

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" Poster. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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Benefits

When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:

• Medical, dental and vision plans

• Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees

• Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location

• Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program

• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits

• Paid Parental Leave

• Retirement Savings Plan with company match

• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)

• Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)