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What you'll do...

Interning at Walmart

Held over an 11-week period during the summer of 2025 for undergrad students graduating between December 2025 and August 2026. The paid internship will prepare associates for a career with Global People. Work on a meaningful project, network with industry experts, and develop your skills while having an inspiring summer!

About the Global People Internship

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Summer HR Interns to join our dynamic Global People team at the Fortune 1 Company, Walmart. In this role, you will gain valuable hands-on experience in various aspects of human resources management, learn from seasoned professionals, and contribute to the success of our organization that supports more than 2.3 million associates worldwide. This internship offers a unique opportunity to develop your leadership skills, expand your professional network, and make a lasting impact on our company's mission and values.

We are looking for bold, innovative, and passionate interns with leadership potential, who are not only interested in participating in the internship experience but also considering a full-time position in our company.

During the 11-week internship, participants will:

• Have an opportunity to benefit from leadership development, professional mentorship and technical training in a functional area of the People business.
• Be exposed to the vision, mission and strategic objectives of our People function as well as our larger Walmart/Sam’s Club business strategy and operations.
• Learn about numerous People-led initiatives and the various roles within Global People.
• Become aware of associate needs and participate in discussions to address identified gaps.
• Manage key milestones and deliverables related to their assigned internship project.
• Take initiative, remain bold in their ideas and actively participate in all discussions.
• Conduct internal and external research/benchmarking as appropriate.
• Partner with other associates across teams/functions to identify solutions and present recommendations.
• Build their network of People professionals across the enterprise and receive direct exposure to several People leaders, including the CPO/CHRO of all business segments, and exclusive exposure to the People Leadership Team.
• Receive support and guidance from a host of individuals including mentors and a dedicated Program Manager who will host cohort-specific professional and social events and learning opportunities for the Global People interns.
• Create life-long relationships with other interns through company-wide events sponsored by the Corporate Intern Program. i.e. Community Volunteering, Distribution Center Tours, Store Tours, Community Events and our annual softball game against the executives. These activities allow you to learn more about Walmart and socialize with interns from across the company.

You’ll sweep us off our feet if: 

• You're passionate about the role of HR in shaping organizational culture and associate experiences, and you have a strong interest in human resources management and the improvement of workplace policies and procedures.
• You possess a people-oriented mindset, striving to create positive experiences for associates and colleagues.
• You're enthusiastic about tackling complex HR-related challenges and using data-driven insights to develop solutions that benefit both the organization and its associates.
• You're adept at building relationships and effectively managing interactions with various stakeholders.
• You have excellent communication skills, enabling you to convey ideas and information clearly and concisely.
• You possess the ability to craft compelling narratives that explain complex HR concepts and practices, fostering understanding and engagement among stakeholders and colleagues.
• You're a cooperative team player with a can-do attitude and a strong commitment to contributing to a positive work environment.
• You demonstrate adaptability and resilience in the face of change, while fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.

Building Your Career at Walmart

Each year, only the top candidates are selected to receive an invitation to join the 2-year developmental Early Career Acceleration Program (ECAP) after graduation, launching their HR careers on a fast track at the world's largest retailer.

This early career program ensures we have the right people, in the right roles, with the right capabilities to create business value and serve communities around the world. If this purpose excites you, then this is your opportunity to bring your passion and drive into the workplace as a 2025 Walmart Global People Intern!

Minimum Qualifications:  

• Must be actively enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program.
• Expected graduation date between December 2025-August 2026. 
• 0-2 years of full-time relevant experience.
  • Preferred: 1 year of previous experience working in business or HR in either a full-time or part-time capacity or has held a previous HR internship.
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong time-management skills.
• Willingness to relocate to Walmart’s Home Office Hub (Bentonville, AR) after graduation.

Preferred Majors: 

• HR
• Management
• Business Administration
• Finance
• Psychology
• Communication
• Or other related majors in business or the humanities

Office Environment: 

Corporate, in-person internship

Job Location

We have opportunities available in the below locations for this role.

• Bentonville, AR

Walmart and Sam’s Club does offer housing and relocation benefits to students that meet qualifications.

A successful candidate will not require sponsorship from Walmart for authorization to work now or in the future.

Live our Values at Walmart

Culture Champion

• Models the Walmart values to foster our culture; holds oneself and others accountable; and supports Walmart’s commitment to communities, social justice, corporate social responsibility, and sustainability; maintains and promotes the highest standards of integrity, ethics, and compliance.

Servant Leadership

• Acts as an altruistic servant leader and is consistently humble, self-aware, honest, and transparent.

Embrace Change - Curiosity & Courage

• Demonstrates curiosity and a growth mindset; fosters an environment that supports learning, innovation, and intelligent risk-taking; and exhibits resilience in the face of setbacks.

Digital Transformation & Change

• Seeks and implements continuous improvements and encourages the team to leverage new digital tools and ways of working.

Deliver for the Customer - Customer Focus

• Delivers expected business results while putting the customer first and consistently applying an omni-merchant mindset and the EDLP and EDLC business models to all plans.

Strategic Thinking

• Adopts a holistic perspective that considers data, analytics, customer insights, and different parts of the business when making plans and shaping the team’s strategy.

Focus on our Associates - Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

• Identifies, attracts, and retains diverse and inclusive team members; builds a high-performing team; embraces diversity in all its forms; and actively supports diversity goal programs.

Collaboration & Influence

• Builds strong and trusting relationships with team members and business partners; works collaboratively and cross-functionally to achieve objectives; and communicates with energy and positivity to motivate, influence, and inspire commitment and action.

Talent Management

• Creates a discipline and focus around developing talent, promotes an environment allowing everyone to bring their best selves to work, empowers associates and partners to act in the best interest of the customer and company, and regularly recognizes others’ contributions and accomplishments.

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.

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You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.

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For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.

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Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.

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Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.

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For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.

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The hourly wage range for this position is $19.00-$35.00*

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*The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location.

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Additional compensation in the form of premiums may be paid in amounts ranging from $0.35 per hour to $3.00 per hour in specific circumstances. Premiums may be based on schedule, facility, season, or specific work performed. Multiple premiums may apply if applicable criteria are met.

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Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Primary Location...

702 Sw 8Th St, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America