About Pioneer Athletics

Pioneer® Manufacturing Company, Inc. is the nation's leading developer and manufacturer of athletic field marking paint and striping equipment. Founded in 1905, and located in Cleveland, Ohio our line-up of high-quality paints, antimicrobial coatings, striping machines, field stencils and athletic maintenance equipment is utilized by over 22,000 professional, collegiate, high school and recreational organizations throughout North America, Europe and Asia.

Pioneer Athletics – Human Resources Intern

Position Summary

Pioneer Athletics is seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Human Resources Intern to support our HR department in both daily operations and long‑term project initiatives. This internship is designed to provide hands‑on experience across core HR functions including onboarding, offboarding, employee engagement, benefits support, compliance, and HR systems. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and eager to learn in a fast‑paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Daily HR Operations

Assist with general HR administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, scheduling, and document management.
Maintain employee records and ensure accuracy and confidentiality of HR information.
Respond to routine employee inquiries and help route HR‑related questions to the appropriate team member.
Support HRIS updates, personnel changes, workflow tracking, and reporting activities.

Onboarding & Offboarding

Prepare onboarding materials and assist with new hire orientation activities.
Coordinate new hire documentation, background checks, and system setup.
Ensure onboarding and offboarding checklists are completed accurately and in a timely manner.

Project‑Based Work

Contribute to special HR projects related to employee engagement, policy updates, compliance, and process improvement.
Conduct research on HR best practices and provide recommendations to the HR team.
Assist in developing or refining HR communications, training materials, and internal resources.
Support data analysis and reporting for HR initiatives.

Required Skills/Abilities

Currently pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks.
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Ability to navigate Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities

What We Offer

Practical, hands‑on experience across essential HR functions
Exposure to a professional HR environment within a dynamic company
Opportunity to collaborate with HR professionals and other departments in order to contribute meaningful work to ongoing initiatives
Flexible scheduling based on academic commitment
Pay Rate: $20 Per Hour

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