Human Resources Intern

Comfort starts with our 10,000+ team members across the globe, who are transforming the power of comfort every day. Our employees have the power to change lives, in our homes, work and communities. We foster an inclusive environment while honoring a legacy built on family, where everyone can be themselves.

If you are ready to join an industry leading organization where our people are the most important asset, and innovation propels us into the future, you’re ready to take your seat at La-Z-Boy Incorporated. 

WE BELIEVE IN THE TRANSFORMATIONAL POWER OF COMFORT

At La-Z-Boy, we're committed to creating lasting relationships - within the organization and outside of it. We are looking for self-motivated and energetic interns with a commitment to excellence. We value this at La-Z-Boy because they are what drives us forward.

La-Z-Boy not only encourages collaboration with your fellow interns, but we focus our selection on students who not only stand out in the classroom, but who take pride in their work with their community. La-Z-Boy puts an emphasis on giving back. We are actively involved in encouraging others to participate in our sustainability efforts and volunteerism. Ultimately, La-Z-Boy looks for interns and employees alike who are excited about transforming rooms, homes and communities by leveraging our expertise in comfort, providing the best consumer experience and creating the highest quality of product for our customers.

La-Z-Boy provides a flexible environment that contributes to meaningful work and builds careers.

Job Description:

The Human Resources Internship:

The La-Z-Boy internship role will support the HR Department at La-Z-Boy’s World HQ in Monroe, MI.  Responsibilities could include participation in projects related to Human Resources.

Our goal is to provide the intern with a practical, hands-on experience within HR while developing overall business acumen and knowledge of La-Z-Boy business strategy and processes.  You will be part of the team and obtain experience in a variety of different processes throughout the company!

Minimum Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a four-year Bachelor’s degree program focused on HR with 2-3 years completed
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication and organizational skills
• Must be able to work in a team based environment as well as individually
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) a must
• Ability to deal with highly sensitive information and maintain strict confidentiality
• Accuracy and attention to detail are critical for success in this position
• Ability to travel may be required.

Additional Info:

• Unique opportunity to regularly interact with the senior leadership team and all levels of the corporate organization
• Intern will present back to leaders and other interns at the end of the season on accomplishments and give feedback on the internship experience!
• The La-Z-Boy internship program will follow our hybrid work model, with the ability to work remote two days a week.

About La-Z-Boy Inc.

La-Z-Boy Incorporated is one of the world's leading residential furniture producers, marketing furniture for every room of the home. Our state-of-the-art, LEED-certified world headquarters located in Monroe, MI, is just a short drive from the Ann Arbor, Metro Detroit and Toledo areas. La-Z-Boy’s Furniture Galleries span the U.S and Canada, and our vast distribution network allows our product to reach consumers and retailers across the globe.

Further, we understand that being a great employer also means being a good corporate citizen. As such, La-Z-Boy and the La-Z-Boy Foundation continues to contribute millions in financial and product donations to non-profit organizations each year. Our signature partnerships have been with the Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC®) and the United Way Foundation.

We are La-Z-Boy Incorporated. Get comfortable with taking your work personally. Get comfortable with uncompromising quality.  Get comfortable with caring about your colleagues and the consumers we serve. When people are comfortable, they are free to be themselves; to be fearless. When people are comfortable, they put others at ease and are more welcoming to different people and perspectives.  When people are comfortable, they collaborate in meaningful ways. Being comfortable brings out the best in us.

We believe in the transformational power of comfort

OUR VALUES:

Courage – We aren’t afraid to try something new

• We are results oriented and can-do hard things.
• We do what is right.
• We challenge the status quo.

Curiosity – We are relentless in our mission to understand our business and consumers

• We ask questions and explore every opportunity.
• We embrace change.
• We test and learn.

Compassion – We honor our almost 100-year legacy that was built on family

• We lead with empathy in support of each other, our consumers and our communities.
• We foster an inclusive environment.

We believe in positive intent.

Weekly Hours:

40

Benefit offerings to employees and their families include: Medical, Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insurance, available 401k retirement plan with company match of up to 6%. Paid time off includes: 9-11 paid holidays each year, two weeks’ prorated vacation as a new hire and either personal time (non-exempt only) or state mandated sick time.

More information can be found via: https://learn.bswift.com/la-z-boy

If this role requires travel / driving in order to perform the key responsibilities outlined above, candidates must be able to meet the qualifications noted in the company’s Driver Management Program to be considered for the role.

At La-Z-Boy Incorporated, we're an equal opportunity employer. We understand that our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and viewpoints add value to our ability to create and deliver the best possible service, quality products, and is of utmost importance as we work together to build comfort. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

We are committed to fostering an environment in which all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to do their best work and bring great ideas to the table. If you are a qualified individual that may need a change or adjustment to the application/interviewing/hiring process as a result of your disability, you may request a reasonable accommodations by emailing our recruiting team at [email protected] or by calling 734-242-1444.