Human Resources Intern - Summer 2025

Human Resources Intern Position Summary

The HR Intern will be responsible for partnering with the Cretex Companies HR team to execute key initiatives including, deployment of talent management strategies, development of standard work, assistance with training plans and strategies, implementation of employee engagement and recognition activities, data analysis, and HR automation.  This Human Resources Intern position will be located in Elk River, MN. This internship will also be an on-site position, working 40 hours.

Human Resources Intern Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with the deployment of talent management strategies
• Create flow charts and standard work for HR processes
• Perform analysis on position descriptions, classifications, and compensation
• Research and present on industry trends and best practices for HR disciplines
• Assist in coordinating and facilitating comprehensive and sustainable strategies
• Propose opportunities for continued improvement
• Analyze and interpret data in order to support the objectives of the HR department
• Develop reports, dashboards, and predictive models
• Present data to the HR team and Area Managers.
• Assist in the preparation for increased HR automation
• Act as key contact within Corporate HR for the intern program
• Ensure program components are being carried out within operating companies
• Support and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements
• Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work
• Partner with other business segments:  sales/marketing, customer service, engineering, quality, and finance
• Understand customer needs and the core business markets we serve

Human Resources Intern Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in the Human Resources field
• Desire to work with the sense of ownership and urgency to see all projects through to completion
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
• Ability to prioritize and multitask

Desirable Criteria & Qualifications

• Previous HR internship experience
• Certificates
• Continuing Education; including participation in local chapters, associations, and/or organizations

What to Expect from an Internship with Cretex Companies?

Each summer, we are excited to offer interns countless opportunities to network, learn more about the Cretex family of businesses, and have fun! Here are some things you’ll get to experience as an intern with Cretex Companies and its businesses:

• Work with the latest technologies
• Challenge yourself and grow your skills
• Find opportunities to move across our family of businesses

Cretex offers internships in many different areas, including Engineering, Human Resources, Information Technology, Marketing, Accounting, Business, and Production Operations. We encourage you to explore the many internship opportunities Cretex Medical could offer you.

Internships are available in a variety of locations within the Minneapolis/St. Paul (Minnesota) metro area, including Elk River, Brooklyn Park, Bloomington, Coon Rapids, Anoka, and Dassel.

Here are some of the things that interns have said about working at Cretex:

• “I enjoyed how integrated the interns were in the workflow. We were working on projects that made an impact for the company. I had opportunities to work with employees from all areas of the company as well as other interns.”

• “During my internship, I gained firsthand experience in project management, quality systems, and manufacturing best practices. I was able to grow my skills in design by focusing on creating more ergonomic processes for manufacturing. I enjoyed the learning experience and the relationships I developed.”

Cretex Intern Benefits:

Cretex offers a wide range of benefits for interns including:

• Eligible for Housing Stipend for Relocation
• Eligible for Health and Wellness Benefits
• Career Development Activities
• Opportunities to Interact with Leadership
• Company Events
  • Facility Tours
  • Summer Intern Event

Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, family status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other protected status as required by law.

Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.