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Human Resources Intern jobs on CPT let you apply classroom learning in talent acquisition, employee relations, and workforce planning at real organizations. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the role must tie directly to your degree program. Most HR internships qualify when your curriculum includes organizational behavior, labor law, or people analytics coursework.
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INTRODUCTION
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories Engineering Services (SEL - ES) seeks a professional, innovative, and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Project Coordinator Intern in our King of Prussia, PA office. The ideal candidate for this position will be able to work part time during the school year and full time during the summer. If you are an enthusiastic team player, we invite you to apply now!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Project Coordinator Intern, a typical day might include the following:
- Provide administrative support to the division and project teams through review and response of incoming requests via a shared email inbox.
- Provide support to project teams including maintaining project files, creating and maintaining reports.
- Manage simultaneous, small projects as assigned.
- Provide support for large projects.
- Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
- Understand. Create. Simplify.
- Other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
This job might be for you if:
- Proven Expertise in Microsoft Office programs.
- Ability to learn and communicate technical information.
- Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.
- Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.
- Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative.
- Background check results satisfactory to SEL.
- Negative drug test result(s).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
It is a plus if you have:
- Knowledge of Lotus Notes.
- Knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint.
- Knowledge of Agile project management skills, techniques, and terminology.
- Knowledge of project management skills, techniques, and terminology.
ABOUT OUR TEAM
The Engineering Services Operations team supports the SEL Engineering Services division globally. Our team collaborates with our internal customers to supervise, design and implement programs and processes that ensure successful project delivery and support the division’s mission to invent, develop and deploy advanced power system solutions.
ABOUT SCHWEITZER ENGINEERING LABORATORIES
SEL designs, manufactures, and supports products and systems that protect, monitor, control, and automate electric power systems. Our technologies help detect faults, prevent equipment damage, and reduce the impact of power outages.
Our mission is to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical. Employees contribute to practical, high-quality solutions used every day, where attention to detail and quality directly support the reliability of the electric grid.
LOCATION
This position is located in King of Prussia, PA, a vibrant suburb just outside Philadelphia. Enjoy premier shopping, diverse dining, professional sports, and cultural attractions throughout the region. With excellent schools, nearby universities, and convenient access to parks and outdoor recreation, King of Prussia offers an exceptional place to live and work.
COMPENSATION
- Pay Range Data - $20.50 - $22.00 per hour.
Our intern pay is determined based on the internship role (the work you would be doing) and your year in school (when you plan to graduate). Talk to your recruiter if you are curious about the rate for your year in school.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.
People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support our interns.
- School matters. SEL managers work with their interns to arrange flexible schedules that accommodate classes and studying while working part-time during the school year.
- We challenge and rely on our interns to contribute high-quality work that adds value to our company and gives you an advantage with real-world experiences when seeking jobs after graduation.
- We aim to bring great talent to SEL and although not guaranteed, interns are frequently hired for full-time roles upon graduation.
- Ask our team about other intern benefits including wellness resources, community connection, and kickstarting retirement savings.
COMMUNICATION WITH APPLICANTS
We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at careers@selinc.com.
SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.
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Get Access To All JobsHuman Resources Intern CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an HR internship qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the role directly integrates with your degree curriculum. An HR internship qualifies when your program includes coursework in organizational behavior, employment law, compensation, or talent management and your school can document that connection. Your DSO makes the final determination, but roles involving recruiting coordination, onboarding, or HR systems administration routinely receive CPT approval at programs with an HR or business management focus.
How do I find HR internship employers who understand CPT?
Search for HR internships on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with documented work-authorization history so you're not cold-educating every recruiter about F-1 CPT requirements. Prioritizing E-Verify-enrolled employers also helps because their HR teams already process I-9 documentation daily and won't be caught off guard when you present your CPT-authorized I-20.
Can I do a full-time HR internship on CPT without affecting my OPT?
Only if you stay under 12 cumulative months of full-time CPT across your entire F-1 program. Once full-time CPT totals 12 months or more, USCIS considers your OPT eligibility forfeited. Part-time CPT, defined as under 20 hours per week, never counts toward that limit regardless of how many semesters you use it, so a part-time HR internship is a common way to protect future OPT.
What documents does an HR internship employer need from me on CPT?
Your employer completes an I-9 using your CPT-authorized I-20 as the List A document alongside your foreign passport. The I-20 must show your employer's name, the exact start and end dates, and whether the CPT is full-time or part-time. Some HR teams also ask for your current visa stamp and I-94 record. USCIS does not require a separate work permit for CPT, and no employer-filed petition is needed.
Does the HR internship start date have to match my CPT authorization date exactly?
Yes. You cannot begin work even one day before the CPT start date printed on your I-20, and you must stop working on or before the end date. HR internships that start mid-semester sometimes have flexible onboarding, but your DSO authorization is tied to exact calendar dates. If your employer moves the start date, you need a revised I-20 from your DSO before you show up on day one.