Intern - HR

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Human Resources Intern to join our HR team for Summer 2026. In this role, you will gain hands‑on experience in employee relations, performance management, onboarding and offboarding, work alongside industry professionals, and contribute to meaningful projects that support our team and company objectives.

• Maintain job descriptions, leveling charts, and compensation structures in accordance with company standards and legal requirements.
• Actively participate in onboarding process and coordinate communication to pending workers and new hires.
• Research HR best practices by gathering information on trends in recruitment, retention, or employee development.
• Support special projects that apply these insights to improve HR processes, programs, and employee experience.
• Assist with local recruiting events by helping plan, coordinate, and attend job fairs, community career days, and campus recruiting visits to increase visibility with nearby talent pools.

• Education Level
  
  Required:
  
  Rising Junior or Senior
• Majors: HR, Business
• Relevant coursework or extracurricular experience in HR is a plus.
• Open to currently enrolled students or those who have graduated within one year of the internship start date.

• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Team-oriented but able to work independently when needed.
• Adaptable and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and time management.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Internship Duration: 10 – 14 weeks.
• At Coherent, interns are valued members of our team and have the opportunity to make meaningful contributions from day one. In addition to hands‑on project experience, our internship program includes opportunities to connect with fellow interns and colleagues across the organization through virtual and in‑person networking events, team‑building activities and more. Interns are expected to actively participate in these events as part of their professional development and to fully immerse themselves in our collaborative and innovative culture.

• This role will be based on‑site in Saxonburg, PA.
• Regular use of a computer and other office equipment is necessary.

• Sitting for extended periods while working on a computer or in meetings.
• Use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling documents.
• Occasional lifting of objects or materials up to 10 pounds for administrative tasks.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. EHS standards.

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard‑work through a competitive compensation program.

It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies:
We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.