Office of Human Resources Internship
The University of Missouri Office of Human Resources (OHR) supports six business units (four universities, MU health care, and UM system), including potential job candidates; 20,000 benefit-eligible employees; and 30,000 retirees located throughout Missouri and beyond. The OHR serves as a strategic and trusted advisor; supports an inclusive and dynamic culture and workforce; and pursues continuous improvement through knowledge, collaboration, and leadership.
The OHR is made up of many different teams including:
-Recruitment: Oversees hiring, from job postings to onboarding new hires.
-Learning & Organizational Development: Provides training and development programs to enhance employee skills and organizational growth.
-Employee and Labor Relations: Manages workplace issues, employee grievances, and labor agreements.
-Compensation and Classification: Develops and manages salary structures and job classifications.
-Benefits: Administers employee benefit plans and provides support for retirement planning.
-Retirement: Manages retirement plans and provides support for retirement planning.
-HRIS & Data Analytics: Maintains HR information systems and analyzes data.
-HR Service Center: Serves as the main contact for employee inquiries and HR-related issues.
Aligned with your interests and the department’s requirements for the semester, you will be assigned to a specific team within the OHR for your internship. This placement will provide you with the opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge of that particular HR area and to engage in real-world HR tasks and responsibilities.
Prior HR experience is not required for this internship. However, it is recommended for students currently enrolled in BA 4500 and/or to complete the HRM Certificate.
The internship will coincide with Mizzou's Spring 2025 semester. Interns will be expected to work 12 hours each week of the semester except finals week. Interns will be paid $12/hr. If you have additional questions before applying, please email them to.