HR Intern
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Job Description
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, a global defense, aerospace, and security company. They provide a wide range of products and services for air, land, and naval forces, along with advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions, and customer support. Their mission is to improve the future and protect lives. The company emphasizes using innovative technology and intelligence solutions to defend national security. BAE Systems highlights a team-oriented environment with opportunities for significant impact on a global scale.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), located in McLean, Virginia, focuses on designing and delivering advanced solutions for defense, intelligence, and security, supporting critical customer missions. Their work encompasses intelligence analysis, cyber operations, IT expertise, systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. The company emphasizes the inspiring nature of their work, enabling the U.S. military and government to address and overcome threats.
Job Description: HR Intern
This is a summer internship (late May – August) with the potential for extension into the winter break, located in McLean, Virginia and expected to be hybrid. The internship is part of BAE Systems’ nationwide Internship & Co-Op Program, LEAP (Learn, Engage, Apply, and Progress). The role involves supporting the Intelligence & Security Headquarters HR team, working alongside HR specialists and generalists on various projects.
Responsibilities:
• Collaborating with different HR functions to gain a broad understanding of human resources.
• Working directly with HR Business Partners (HRBPs) to implement HR programs.
• Participating in the execution of the company’s sector-wide internship program.
• Shadowing HRBPs during employee relations activities.
• Learning about and contributing to employee onboarding processes.
• Partnering with and gaining exposure to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and Talent Management activities.
• Supporting Talent Acquisition programs and initiatives including recruitment marketing, event management, and recruiting/sourcing strategies.
• Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
• Required:
• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resource Management or a related field.
• Rising junior, senior, or graduate student status.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize projects with multiple deadlines.
• Preferred:
• Previous HR-related internship experience.
• Completion of at least two years of undergraduate study.
• Local residence to a BAE Systems site location.
Compensation:
• Full-Time Salary Range: $43,847 – $59,143 (Note: This range is based on market pay structures, but individual salaries are determined by various factors including business needs, local market conditions, internal equity, and candidate qualifications.)
• Temporary employees generally are not eligible for all BAE Systems benefits but may participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Those working 20+ hours/week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
The internship emphasizes a collaborative environment and opportunities to learn and develop professional skills within the HR field at BAE Systems.
