Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is an industry-leading innovation company focused on creating smarter, safer and more beautiful homes and improving lives. Our driving purpose is that we elevate every life by transforming spaces into havens. We believe our work and our brands can have incredibly positive impacts for not just our business and shareholders, but for people and the planet, too.

When you join Fortune Brands, you become part of a high-performing team who are empowered to think big, learn fast and make bold decisions. We support an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone is encouraged and empowered to be their authentic selves, and where our differences and unique perspectives are a key strength.

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The HR Intern will play a key role in supporting various human resources functions, with a focus on office operations, employee engagement, and various projects within talent acquisition. This role involves working leading the intern program, coordinating onboarding for new associates, and working on special projects throughout the HR team.

The HR Intern will also assist in maintaining office facilities, ensuring a productive work environment. Additionally, they will be an active member of the Therma-Tru office Engagement Committee (WISH), helping drive initiatives that promote a positive workplace culture, and managing internal communications to keep associates informed and engaged.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Talent Acquisition Support

• Assist the Talent Acquisition team with recruitment-related projects, including sourcing candidates, coordinating interviews, and updating applicant tracking systems as needed throughout internship.
• Assist HR Manager and Talent Acquisition Specialist with the hiring function – including candidate management in ATS, resume screening, phone interviews, scheduling in-person interviews, onboarding new employees.

Onboarding

• Prepare onboarding materials, conduct office tours, create badges for new employees, and create welcome kits for associates starting in the Therma Tru office.
• Ensure a smooth and welcoming onboarding experience for new associates by being the front of the office first point of contact; heavily partnering with the Office Coordinator.
• Assist with I-9 verifications as needed, in partnership with the People Services team.

Office Operations

• Assist in maintaining office facilities, ensuring they are functional and well-organized.
• Coordinate office supply orders and support any office-related needs.

Employee Engagement

• Actively participate in the Therma-Tru Engagement Committee to promote employee engagement and wellness initiatives.
• Grow positive associate relations by assisting in the planning and execution of associate events.
• Help plan and execute company events, town halls, and employee recognition programs.

Intern Program

• Assist in managing various aspects of the Intern Program – job fairs, orientation, events, trainings, etc.
• Provide support for the internship program, including leading recruitment efforts and coordinating intern events.
  • Managing report out sessions onsite in the TT office.
  • Maintaining intern meet ups to drive success.
  • Keep ongoing communication between interns in office.

Internal Communications

• Draft and distribute internal communications, keeping associates informed about company updates, events, and important announcements.
• Support efforts to foster a positive and inclusive work environment through clear and engaging communications.

Other Duties as Assigned

• Maintain electronic & paper personnel files.
• Complete special projects as assigned – including benefits open enrollment, performance management, compensation, audits, etc. These vary by semester.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in human resource management, business, psychology, or related field.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Familiarity with HRIS systems (UKG, Workday is a plus).
• Pro-active, can act in the absence of specific guidance.
• Prior internship or work experience in an HR department is a plus.
• Demonstrates strong organization skills and attention-to-detail.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• High level of professionalism

At Fortune Brands, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays per policy), inclusive fertility/adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous Employee Resource Groups to support inclusivity and our associates’ feeling of belonging at work.

Fortune Brands is a brand, innovation and channel leader focused on exciting, supercharged categories in the home products, security and commercial building markets. Our portfolio of brands includes Moen, House of Rohl, Aqualisa, SpringWell, Therma-Tru, Larson, Fiberon, Master Lock, SentrySafe and Yale residential.

Fortune Brands is headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois and trades on the NYSE as FBIN.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FBIN is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

FBIN is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected]  and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information. Resumes submitted to this email address will not be responded to.