HR Generalist Intern, Amazon

Amazon Operations

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Barcelona

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Amazon

The largest online retailer and technology provider

Be an early applicant

Amazon

The largest online retailer and technology provider

1001+ employees

B2CB2BMarketplaceCloud ComputingeCommerce

Be an early applicant

Salary not provided
Barcelona

More information about location

1001+ employees

B2CB2BMarketplaceCloud ComputingeCommerce

Company mission

Amazon aims to be Earth’s most customer centric company. Their mission is to continually raise the bar of the customer experience by using the internet and technology to help consumers find, discover and buy anything, and empower businesses and content creators to maximise their success.

Role

Who you are

  • Currently in your penultimate or final year and working towards a university degree in in HR, Business Administration, Psychology, Marketing, Social Sciences, Law or a related field (Humanities focused), or a similar discipline
  • Eligible to complete a full-time internship of 3-6 months
  • Highly proficient in both spoken and written English and the local language of the country you are applying for (Common European Framework of Reference C1)

Desirable

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify process improvements and innovative solutions
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills, able to collaborate effectively with others
  • Demonstrated curiosity, proactivity, and willingness to take on challenges in an ambiguous, fast-paced environment

What the job involves

  • We are hiring interns to start anytime from January through September 2025. Each month, we'll hold 1-2 onboarding days for new hires
  • Developing in-depth knowledge of HR functions within Amazon's fast-paced operations
  • Assisting with internal communication efforts to align teams across multiple countries, promoting collaboration and information-sharing
  • Helping develop training plans and materials to address the evolving development needs of various teams, supporting employee growth
  • Learning about HR functions across the broader Amazon organization and staying up-to-date on best practices
  • Providing support to Amazon employees on a range of daily queries related to attendance, engagement, compensation, and other HR matters
  • Assisting HR teams with day-to-day operational routines and administrative tasks
  • Participating in process reviews to identify opportunities for simplification and automation, driving efficiency improvements
  • Compiling comprehensive personnel statistics, reports, and performance evaluations to inform decision-making
  • Partnering closely with business leaders to align HR strategies and initiatives with organizational goals and priorities
  • This internship will immerse you in HR within a global organization. You may have the opportunity to work on projects in different HR (human resources) areas, like employee relations, training, or compensation
  • As an intern, you'll have the chance to apply your analytical, problem-solving, and technical skills, as well as develop important communication and other professional soft skills, through hands-on experience
  • This internship will place you at the heart of human resources in a fast-paced, global setting. You'll gain insights into how HR partners with the business to drive growth and organizational excellence
  • The skills and experience you develop, including strong communication abilities and other professional soft skills, will be highly applicable as you embark on your HR career
  • As an Amazon Intern, you'll be part of a vibrant, supportive community that empowers your growth and development. You'll collaborate with interns from around the world, networking and participating in social events to broaden your perspectives
  • You can also join specialized groups focused on areas like sustainability to explore your diverse interests
  • The internship program provides a robust support system, including weekly intern office hours, dedicated IT and HR support, and a program team committed to your success. This ensures you have the guidance and assistance needed to thrive
  • Exclusive learning sessions will further enhance your skills, granting you access to Amazon's cutting-edge learning platforms and the expertise of industry leaders. These structured development opportunities will prepare you for the next step in your career
  • Upon successful completion of the internship, you may be considered for a graduate role or a second internship, allowing you to continue your journey with Amazon

Our take

Amazon is the world's largest online retailer, and is well-known for its disruption of well-established industries. The company is present in numerous verticals, including cloud computing with Amazon Web Services, AI with its range of Alexa devices and a global marketplace more commonly referred to as 'the everything store'. Acquisitions include Ring, Twitch, Whole Foods Market, and IMDb.

More recently, Amazon has been focused on leading the "third wave in digital advertising". Many businesses are now shifting ad dollars to retailers, which before would have been spent with online media platforms. Amazon's seen great success in the space, with its revenue from advertising now higher than its Amazon Prime membership scheme, audiobooks and digital music combined. This growth is particularly impressive considering its digital ad rivals (like Snap, Alphabet, and Meta) have suffered declines due to wider macroeconomic factors and Apple's iOS privacy changes.

Despite its dominant market position, Amazon will continue to be challenged over the next decade, including sustaining AWS's cloud dominance in the face of Google and Microsoft. On top of this, the company's e-commerce division is facing profitability problems despite its 2023 post-IPO debt funding of 8 billion. It will need to find new ways to stay above their competitors.

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Company benefits

  • Employees have opportunities to own Amazon stock, participate in 401(k) plans with company match, and enroll in paid life and accident insurance
  • Financial counseling and estate planning services are also available, plus paid short-term and long-term disability if needed
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage to all our regular full-time employees, regardless of their level, tenure, or position
  • Amazon employees have free access to a network of more than 2 million caregivers, including nannies, babysitters and special-needs caretakers
  • Employees receive discounts on certain day care centers, and Amazon provides a variety of free resources for parents of children with autism, ADHD and developmental disabilities
  • Adoption assistance for qualified domestic and international adoption expenses including attorney fees, court costs, and travel
  • Leave Share program allows employees to give six weeks of paid parental leave to a spouse or partner who isn’t eligible for parental leave from their employer

Company values

  • Customer obsession rather than competitor focus
  • Passion for invention
  • Commitment to operational excellence
  • Long-term thinking

Company HQ

South Lake Union, Seattle, WA

Leadership

Jeff Bezos

(Founder & Executive Chairman)

Jeff is an American business magnate, media proprietor, and investor. As well as founding Amazon, Jeff founded Blue Origin, an aerospace manufacturer and sub-orbital spaceflight services company and also owns The Washington Post.

Andy Jassy

(President & CEO)

Joined Amazon as a Marketing Manager in 1997. Developed AWS with Jeff Bezos, and became CEO of Amazon in 2021.

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