The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. is one of the world’s leading manufacturers and marketers of quality skin care, makeup, fragrance and hair care products. The Company’s products are sold in over 150 countries and territories under brand names including: Estée Lauder, Aramis, Clinique, Prescriptives, Lab Series, Origins, Tommy Hilfiger, M•A•C, Kiton, La Mer, Bobbi Brown, Donna Karan New York, DKNY, Aveda, Jo Malone London, Bumble and bumble, Michael Kors, Darphin, Tom Ford, Smashbox, Ermenegildo Zegna, AERIN, Marni, Tory Burch, RODIN olio lusso, Le Labo, Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle and GLAMGLOW.

As a reflection of our corporate philosophy and learning methodology, The Estée Lauder Companies’ HR internship program promotes continuous leadership development, hands-on practical experience, group networking opportunities, and strategic thinking initiatives to optimize participants' learning and career growth.

IMPORTANT: By completing this job application you will automatically be directed to complete a first round video interview through HireVue. To reiterate, to be eligible for this summer internship opportunity you must be a current undergraduate Junior (rising senior) and must complete your Junior year by June 2022 and graduating in May/June 2023. If you are not eligible for this program, we kindly encourage you to instead explore other opportunities you may be eligible for posted on our company career site.

The HR internship consists of 2 possible areas that make up the HR function at The Estée Lauder Companies:

• HR Business Partner (HRBP)/ Employee Services (ESO) – projects related to employee needs for those sitting in brands or one of our corporate functions, including performance/talent management, onboarding, payroll administration, employee relations, among other projects.
• Center of Excellence (COE) – strategic program design/creation and implementation relating to core HR strategy; areas of focus may include:
  • Global Management Strategies
  • Global Organization Design and Effectiveness
  • Global Sales Capability
  • Global Talent
  • Global Total Rewards & HR Operations

Interns will have the opportunity to collaborate on projects that will support the team in reaching established goals and objectives directly relating to the success of the business. 

Selected candidates can expect:

• Ownership of projects instrumental to the HR Function
• Networking opportunities through various planned events and activities to provide exposure to other facets of the company
• Mentoring by seasoned HR executives
• Partnerships with other departments within the company to gain a greater understanding of HR’s role in the business

Desired Skillsets:

• Strong interest in Human Resources
• Prior internship experience working in a fast-paced corporate environment
• Ability to work in a professional and confidential environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook; Oracle, Taleo, or experience with an applicant-tracking-system a plus
• Strong written and verbal skills

Due to the evolving circumstances pertaining to COVID-19, the Summer 2022 program will likely be a hybrid (virtual & in-person) experience. Further confirmation to be determined based off of company decisions and CDC guidelines.

Qualified candidates must have completed their Junior year by program start (June 2022) and on track to graduate in May 2023.

The Estée Lauder Companies (ELC) is the global leader in prestige beauty. ELC is the only company focused solely on prestige makeup, skin care, fragrance and hair care with a diverse portfolio of 25+ brands sold in approximately 150 countries and territories. Infused throughout the organization is a passion for creativity and innovation — a desire to push the boundaries and invent the unexpected — as we continue the bold work of the company’s founder Estée Lauder.