DC Human Resources Intern - Summer 2025 - Hagerstown, MD

Overall Job Summary

Tractor Supply Company is currently hiring for our 2025 Summer Distribution Center Internship Program! This is an onsite, 11-week program beginning in May 2025.

This paid internship provides a valuable opportunity for hands-on learning in HR, allowing you to make meaningful contributions to our team while gaining practical experience in various HR functions. Join us this summer and be a part of Tractor Supply Company's commitment to fostering talent and innovation in the retail industry.   

What you can expect 

As a Human Resources Intern at Tractor Supply Company, you will be immersed in various HR-related functions, gaining hands-on experience in employee relations, training, recruitment, labor relations, time and attendance management, and payroll processing within our Distribution Centers. This internship offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the HR team and develop a comprehensive understanding of HR operations in a dynamic retail environment. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Min 5%)

Policy Communication and Compliance:

• Collaborate with team members and management to effectively communicate HR policies, procedures, laws, standards, & gov. regulations.
• Support the adherence to policies concerning wages, hours, & working conditions.

Employee Relations & Data Analysis: 

• Assist with conducting exit interviews, analyze data, & provide recommendations for continuous improvement & corrective action to the management team.
• Assist with responding to employee relations issues, including complaints, payroll, & benefits matters.

Training Facilitation: 

• Facilitate and/or provide training sessions for Distribution Center team members.

Recruitment Support: 

• Assist in recruiting efforts for entry-level hourly & technical positions.
• Review applications & conduct interviews to match applicants' experience with job requirements.

Team Member Relations: 

• Maintain working relationships with all Distribution Center team members.
• Adhere to all TSC policies & procedures, monitoring day-to-day policy implementation.

Safety and New Hire Orientation: 

• Assist in investigations related to safety issues & violations.
• Assist with new hire orientation sessions & integrate new team members.

Required Qualifications

Currently pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. 

Preferred knowledge, skills or abilities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Detail-oriented with the ability to analyze data effectively. 
• Eagerness to learn and contribute to a dynamic HR team. 
• Ability to work independently, positively handle conflict, and work in a fast-paced environment.

Working Conditions

• Normal office working conditions
• Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement

Physical Requirements

• Sitting
• Standing (not walking)
• Walking
• Lifting up to 20 pounds