HR Summer Intern (2026)

Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of.

We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent – want to join the ride?

We are looking for an HR Summer Intern to join our team.

The position is temporary (10-week paid internship) as part of Wärtsilä’s Summer 2026 Internship Programme, starting in June 2026, and the location is Houston, Texas.

What You Will Be Doing

You will participate in Wärtsilä’s structured internship programme designed to provide hands-on, project-based experience within our HR function. This role offers exposure to both corporate and operational environments, professional development sessions, and opportunities to connect with leaders across our global organisation.

As an HR Intern, you will:

Learn about employment practices, compliance, and confidentiality, and how they influence HR decision-making.

Gain insight into the collaboration between HR and Payroll, including new hire onboarding and employee journey management.

Maintain data accuracy through audits and administrative management of HR systems.

Partner with HR team members in various roles (HR Managers, HR Specialists) to understand day-to-day HR operations.

Support HR leaders in strategic projects that impact organisational success.

Responsibilities

Assist in maintaining HR data integrity through audits and system updates.

Support onboarding processes and employee lifecycle activities.

Collaborate with HR and Payroll teams to ensure compliance and accuracy.

Participate in strategic HR projects and contribute to process improvements.

Prepare documentation and reports as needed for HR leadership.

Required Qualifications

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree programme (junior or senior level) in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Psychology, Organisational Behaviour, Communication, Marketing or a related field.

Ability to commute to the Houston office 3 days per week.

Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous internship or coursework experience in HR or related fields.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and/or HRIS systems.

Last application date: 04/01/2026

Candidates for regular U.S and Puerto Rico positions must be a U.S. citizen, national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee, asylee with valid work permit or temporary resident under 8 U.S.C. 1160(a) or 1255a(1). Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H1B, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Individuals hired for positions that require on-site customer interactions and/or in-person travel may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or other country-specific vaccinations, unless otherwise prohibited by law.

Wärtsilä North America values our employees. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Wärtsilä North America is an EOE/AA employer.

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.

Effective January 2025, Wartsila companies in the USA have implemented a new hybrid work model. Most employees who live within 40 miles of an office will work 2 days per week in office. This model will provide our employees the flexibility of working from home, while also providing the benefits of in-person collaboration twice a week. We will be happy to provide more information during your interview process.

Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.

This is Wärtsilä

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18,300 professionals, in more than 230 locations in 77 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com.

Nearest Major Market: Houston

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