Intern (Human Resources)

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Job Description:

We are seeking a motivated Human Resources Intern for summer 2026 to support HR operations for a semiconductor manufacturing company across two locations in Lowell and Lawrence, MA. This is a great opportunity to get hands-on experience and learn from a team of HR professionals, with primary support (approximately 80% of time) at the Lowell facility.

• Assist with day-to-day HR operations, including employee records management and data entry

• Support recruitment efforts such as job postings, resume screening, and interview coordination

• Help facilitate onboarding and orientation for new hires

• Provide administrative support for HR programs and initiatives

• Assist with employee engagement activities and internal communications, including designing flyers

• Respond to employee inquiries and direct them to appropriate resources

• Provide support for a range of HR projects and operational tasks as required

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Human Resources or a related field

• Ability to work on-site 20–40 hours per week; this is a fully in-office (non-remote) position

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Able to manage multiple tasks and adjust priorities with minimal notice

• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills

• Demonstrates discretion and the ability to maintain confidentiality

U.S. Export Controls Requirements: This job requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by the export laws of the United States. Candidates are required to provide proof of either US citizenship, Permanent US residency or classification as a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b (a) (3).

Travel Time:

0% - 25%

Physical Attributes:

Carrying, Crouching, Feeling, Foot Controls, Handling, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Noise and/or vibration, Other, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others

Physical Requirements:

Able to lift, push, pull, 25lbs, carry 15lbs, sit 10%, stand 60% walk 40 %, must be able to perform activities that include stooping, reaching, handling, hearing, talking, seeing, works alone, works around others

Pay Range:

Find information about all our benefits at the link below:

Benefits of working at Microchip

The hourly pay range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $17/hr - $19/hr.*

Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster.

To all recruitment agencies: Microchip Technology Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our recruiting team or other Microchip employees. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.