We are seeking a motivated and energetic HR Intern to join our Human Resources team at Cates Control Systems for the summer. This internship is ideal for a college student interested in recruiting, talent acquisition, social media, and human resources. The intern will gain hands-on experience supporting the hiring process while helping promote our company and career opportunities through creative recruiting content. 

What You’ll Do

• Assist with recruiting activities for open positions 
• Review resumes and help screen candidates 
• Schedule interviews and communicate with applicants 
• Post job openings on job boards and social media platforms 
• Help create and manage recruiting-focused social media content 
• Assist in developing recruiting videos and employee spotlight content 
• Support college recruiting and internship outreach efforts 
• Participate in career fairs and recruiting events 
• Help maintain applicant tracking systems and recruiting records 
• Assist with onboarding activities for new hires 
• Provide general administrative support to the HR team

What We’re Looking For

• Current college student pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, or a related field 
• Strong communication and organizational skills 
• Creative mindset with interest in social media and content creation 
• Experience with social media platforms such as LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, or TikTok preferred 
• Interest or experience in video editing, Canva, or content development is a plus 
• Professional, dependable, and detail-oriented 
• Comfortable interacting with candidates and employees 
• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) 

What You’ll Gain

• Real-world HR and recruiting experience 
• Exposure to the full hiring process 
• Experience creating employer branding and recruiting content 
• Opportunity to work with experienced HR professionals 
• Professional development and networking opportunities 
• Valuable experience to build your resume and future career

More About Us

Cates Control Systems was founded over 40 years ago and is a systems integration company that partners with manufacturing firms to develop and implement automation solutions to increase production, improve quality and reduce costs. Our customers are extremely diverse and spread all over North America (and a few internationally). Our customers make roofing shingles, fry potato chips, roast coffee, process poultry and beef, distill water, bottle apple juice, and ship all over the world.

Cates is committed to delivering quality solutions that we stand behind through service and support. Our vision is to positively impact the lives of others. We are a fun, friendly company with a strong family atmosphere and 12 core principles that guide us at every step in our success. Our culture is firmly rooted in the values of honesty, integrity, commitment, and reliability. To learn more, please visit us at www.cates.com.