Human Resources Intern- Decatur, IL

Human Resources Intern- Decatur, IL
Launch Your Career with ADM’s Summer Internship Program
 
Gain meaningful, hands-on experience during a rewarding 12-week internship at one of ADM’s North American locations. You’ll collaborate with colleagues across the business, develop practical skills and contribute to projects that support real business needs. 

ADM offers competitive pay for this full-time, 40-hour-per-week internship. Depending on your assigned location and distance from home, fully furnished housing and transportation assistance may also be provided to help support your transition. 

Why ADM? 

• Join an award-winning early career program designed to help students build professional skills, explore career interests and gain exposure to ADM’s business and culture.  

• Work for a global leader connecting farmers, customers and consumers through an extensive agricultural supply chain.  

• Gain meaningful experience with a company focused on innovation, sustainability and strengthening the global food system.  

• Build connections with colleagues, mentors and fellow interns across ADM.

  
Learn more about Early Careers at ADM. 

Internship Program Requirements 

• Education: Currently pursuing a four-year degree with an expected graduation date between December 2026 and summer 2028.  

• Academic performance: Minimum overall GPA of 2.8.  

• Transportation: Must have reliable transportation to and from the assigned work location.  

• Geographic flexibility: Must be located within commuting distance to Decatur or Chicago, IL. Housing is not provided for this position.
• Availability: Must be available for a 12-week internship from mid-May through early August 2027.  

• Background check: Successful completion of a background check is required.  

• Work authorization: ADM is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position.  

Professional Development and Internship Benefits
 
During your internship, you will have opportunities to: 
 

• Expand your skills through LinkedIn Learning courses, language training and mentoring programs.  

• Participate in Employee Resource Groups that promote connection, support and professional growth.  

• Access ADM’s Employee Assistance Program for resources supporting personal and professional well-being.  

• Attend professional development sessions focused on career readiness, networking, personal branding and building a professional digital presence.  

• Connect with ADM leaders, colleagues and fellow interns across the organization.  

• Be considered for a future internship or full-time opportunity based on performance and business needs.  

Job Summary

The North America Human Resources Intern will have the opportunity to gain broad, hands-on experience supporting HR priorities across ADM’s North America organization. Working alongside HR leaders and business partners, the intern will contribute to meaningful projects while gaining exposure to how HR supports commercial, operations, and corporate teams across a complex global organization.

This internship is designed for a student interested in building a career in Human Resources and learning how HR partners with leaders to solve business and organizational challenges. The intern will have opportunities to contribute to strategic HR initiatives, participate in day-to-day business partnering activities, and develop an understanding of multiple areas of the HR function.

Throughout the internship, the intern will have opportunities to:

• Build an understanding of how HR strategy connects to business strategy and performance.
• Experience HR support across different environments, including commercial, corporate, and operations organizations.
• Develop practical skills in HR business partnering, project management, data analysis, communication, and problem solving.
• Build relationships with HR professionals and business leaders across ADM.
• Gain exposure to multiple HR disciplines and potential career paths within Human Resources.
• Present work and recommendations to HR leaders and other key stakeholders.

Responsibilities:
Responsibilities will vary based on business priorities and may include:

• Support North America HR strategic projects and initiatives related to talent, organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, employee engagement, change management, and other people priorities.
• Partner with HR leaders and HR Business Partners to analyze workforce or talent information, identify themes, and develop recommendations or materials to support business decisions.
• Gain exposure to HR business partnering by participating in meetings and activities supporting commercial, operations, and corporate organizations.
• Assist with talent and succession planning activities, including preparation of talent information, development planning, and follow-up actions.
• Support employee engagement and organizational effectiveness initiatives, including analysis of employee feedback and development of action plans or resources.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of HR programs, communications, presentations, and tools for leaders and employees.
• Collaborate with HR colleagues across different areas of expertise to understand how HR teams work together to support the business.
• Conduct research, benchmarking, and analysis on emerging HR practices or business needs and translate findings into practical recommendations.
• Own an internship project or defined body of work that addresses a current North America HR or business priority and present findings and recommendations to HR leadership.
• Participate in other HR and business activities that provide exposure to ADM's people, operations, and organizational priorities.

Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Leadership, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or a related field.
• Strong interest in pursuing a career in Human Resources.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with a variety of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated curiosity and willingness to learn about the business, not just the HR function.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work both independently and collaboratively.
• Comfortable working with data and translating information into insights and recommendations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint and Excel.

Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.
 
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.


$21 - $24 hourly rate is dependent on graduation date 

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.



 

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between:

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We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.