Digital HR Intern

About Ingredion:

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

Location: Westchester, IL

Workplace type: Hybrid

We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious student to join our Digital HR team for summer 2026! In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with various members of the Digital HR COE, HR Continuous Improvement and Shared Services Teams. You will focus on HR process, workflow automation, technology and analytics-related projects. We are looking for someone who is skilled in process/data analysis, creative problem-solving, and enjoys leveraging technology solutions to improve human experiences and business effectiveness. This work will also give you the opportunity gain hands on experience with Workday, Servicenow and Power BI.

• Partner with Workday / ServiceNow HRIS managers and Global Process Owners to analyze business issues, explore and recommend process improvements, including documenting current/future-state experience and process designs.
• Participate in requirements definition workshops, document technology solution requirements, create test plans and perform solutions testing.
• Partner with Solution Architects and Portfolio Managers to create project plans and collate project progress updates.
• Partner with People Analytics leaders to perform data analysis, develop reports, generate business insights and executive presentations

• Progress towards a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Human Resources or a related field with a minimum GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 preferred
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written technical communication skills, e.g. making presentations and writing technical data/reports
• Strong knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio)
• Reliable transportation required to get to and from facility each workday
• Ability to work 40 hrs. per week during the year internship term over the summer

• Problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to stay organized and prioritize workflow
• Proven ability to deliver under agreed upon deadlines
• Strong business insight and continuous improvement skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Ability to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Resourceful and ability to take initiative
• Desire to see and create results

• Currently possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. Ingredion does not intend to sponsor work visas with respect to this position or to provide this position as OPT or CPT.
• Be a currently enrolled student in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program (with an HR or technology focus). If currently enrolled in an undergrad status, must have completed at least two years of coursework with status as a sophomore, junior or non-graduating senior.
• If you have completed your degree, please consider other opportunities with Ingredion, posted at ww.ingredion.com/careers.

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exception rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

• Total Rewards Package – competitive hourly salary based on your degree program. Housing stipends offered to students relocating 51+ miles from the Ingredion work location
• Internship Program Events & Activities – programming catered toward career exploration, networking, and professional development - including the annual Capstone Summit at Ingredion HQ in Westchester, IL
• Intern Mentor Program – pairing with a mentor to guide development and integration in Ingredion’s culture
• Involvement in Ingredion’s Business Resource Groups – the conscience of the organization and an integral part to Ingredion’s Inclusion & Belonging strategy
• Employee Recognition Program – a culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
• Employee Discount Program – provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel

Pay Range: $20-28/hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability—mental or physical—marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law (“protected classifications”). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

Relocation Available:

This pay rate is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Benefits:

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with a competitive company match .