We make pet food taste great! For over 30 years, AFB International has been providing pet food solutions that enrich the lives of pets and their people.  Our palatants are specially designed to make pet foods, treats and supplements taste better, ensuring pets receive the vital nutrients they need. We know wagging tails, licking whiskers and empty bowls equal happy pets and happy pet parents. Join AFB and you'll be a part of a team of highly skilled professionals that provide the greatest contribution to our success as an organization. Our team members are diverse, creative, passionate experts who are genuinely dedicated to our mission, our customers, and the pets we serve worldwide. ​

Job Description

We’ve been waiting for you! We are looking for talented college students to join our focused, flexible, and fun 12-week internship program. An internship at AFB International provides real-world and hands-on experience in areas that interest you while collaborating with industry experts to solve real-world challenges!

The Human Resources Intern supports the HR team in daily operations, gaining hands‑on experience across core HR functions such as recruitment, onboarding, employee engagement, and compliance. You will speak further with the Hiring Manager about specific projects you will complete during your summer. The below information gives an overview of general responsibilities & learnings you will have an opportunity to support.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with recruitment activities: posting job openings, screening resumes, coordinating interviews, and communicating with candidates.
• Support onboarding processes: preparing new‑hire materials, helping with orientation sessions, and ensuring smooth integration for new employees.
• Maintain employee records: updating HR databases, organizing files, and ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of information.
• Help coordinate HR programs: employee engagement initiatives, training sessions, and wellness activities.
• Provide general administrative support: scheduling meetings, preparing reports, and supporting HR team projects as needed.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field. Rising Junior or Seniors preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and organizational ability.
• Ability to handle confidential information responsibly.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or similar tools.
• Familiarity with Workday or other Applicant Tracking Systems is a plus.

What We’re Looking For

• Interest in HR as a career path and willingness to learn
• Problem-solving minded
• Self-disciplined
• Positively manages ambiguity

What This Internship Offers

• Perform real work through projects that directly contribute to the success of the organization.
• Hands‑on experience across multiple HR functions.
• Support talent management, organizational development and learning initiatives that the HR team delivers for our business units.
• Mentorship from experienced HR professionals & exposure to all levels of leadership.

AFB International is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.