2026 Summer Human Resources Intern/Co-op

MKS Instruments’ OSP division designs, manufactures, and distributes a wide range of optical sensors and systems to measure temperature and position. These products improve performance and enable innovation for our customers and are used in the semiconductor and other high technology industries. Our clients provide solutions to some of the biggest semiconductor manufacturers whose products can be found in everyday electronic devices, cellphones, smart watches, TVs, and computers. Photon Control was recognized for its best-in-class performance from our main customers.

MKS Instruments is seeking a Human Resources Intern/Co-op who will gain hands-on experience in various aspects of human resources, including recruitment, onboarding, employee engagement, and HR administration. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to start a career in HR and learn from experienced professionals. Reporting to the HR Generalist, this role offers exposure to multiple HR functional areas, including recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, and compliance. 

You Will Make an Impact By:

• Support day-to-day HR operations, including data entry, employee file management, and HRIS updates
• Help coordinate onboarding and orientation for new hires
• Contribute to employee engagement activities and culture-building initiatives
• Participate in workforce planning and change management related to the new building project
• Support compliance activities, including policy reviews and health & safety requirements
• Collaborate on HR improvement projects and process documentation
• Provide general administrative support to the local OSP team

Skills You Bring:

• Currently enrolled in either a degree or diploma program in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Eagerness to learn and contribute to a collaborative HR team

Benefits:

• Global Employee Assistance Program
• Additional Flex Day Off with Spending Allowance
• Transit Zone 1 Reimbursement
• Active Social Committee Programs

Compensation:

Hourly Pay Rate: $25.00 per hour. This rate is a reasonable expectation of pay for this position, based on a range of factors including qualifications, experience, education, training, operational and business needs and other considerations

Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to various export control regulations.  Applicants for these positions may be limited (by, for example, their countries of citizenship, country of origin, or immigration status) where required by law or governmental contact, and/or employment made contingent upon the issuance of appropriate governmental licensing.

MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: [email protected].

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