University of North Texas 
Ashley Aykara, Altair Global - Team Member Experience Resources and Administration
(Human Resources) Intern
I assisted with projects aimed at improving team member experience, engagement, and internal communication while working as a TMXR intern at Altair Global. I learnt how people-first initiatives drive business performance and obtained practical experience in HR operations.
This internship sparked my interest in people-centered work and solidified my desire to work in human resources and organizational development.
Nancy Batres, City of North Richland Hills - HR Intern
As an HR intern for the City of North Richland Hills, I gained valuable experience in employee onboarding, payroll processing, and supporting various HR initiatives. Overall, the internship was a learning opportunity that helped me build my skills and gain a deeper understanding of how municipal governments operate.
The internship has profoundly enhanced my professional skill set and provided helpful insights into the public sector, ultimately reinforcing my dedication to pursue a career in human resources within government organizations.
Roberto Briceno, Amazon - HR Partner Intern
My internship with Amazon has immersed me in dynamic HR operations, offering invaluable hands-on experience in enhancing the employee experience. This opportunity has strengthened my commitment to developing innovative HR solutions and supporting employee success.
I'm grateful for how this journey is shaping my career path and broadening my understanding of strategic HR practices.
Youser Faisal, Fidelity Investments - Retirement Benefits Intern
My internship with Fidelity Investments has allowed me to take a deep dive into all of the different functions of HR and get first-hand experience of what it is like to be an HR professional. I was exposed to different HR functions through webinars, 1:1 networking, work meetings between HR professionals, brainstorming sessions, and so much more! I also helped with impactful HR projects.
This internship has influenced my goals by allowing me to see where my true passions for HR lie and has motivated me to keep working towards my goals to graduate and have an HR career that I am passionate about.
Heath Fromme, Envoy Air - HR Intern
During my HR internship at Envoy Air, I supported internal investigations, assisted with employee compliance matters, and contributed to updating and rewriting company policies to ensure alignment with current standards and best practices.
This internship has strengthened my interest in HR by giving me hands-on experience with employee relations and policy development, affirming my goal of becoming an HR professional.
Rylee Hunter, Toyota Motors - College Programs Intern
My internship experience has been enlightening as I have learned about the distinct characteristics of Toyota's HR department and overall company structure. Through trainings, conversations with my team, and networking with other interns, I have recognized the significant impact aligning with company values can have on job performance.
This experience has helped me clarify my career goals of pursuing talent acquisition and management and has shown me many different pathways to grow professionally, including interdepartmental networking and talent development.
Osasona Isokpunwu, Sherwin-Williams - HR Intern
I would say that my internship experience so far has been very eye-opening and insightful. I've been gaining practical experience in various HR functions, including recruitment, training, onboarding, and employee relations. Tuning into meetings and observing the company culture has truly been a joy.
I would also say that this internship has further influenced my professional development and career goals by significantly enhancing my understanding of industrial HR practices, which, in turn, solidifies my career goal of pursuing a human resources leadership role within a manufacturing environment.
Shelby Jackson-Bowling, MFC Lockheed Martin - HR Business Partner / Labor & Employee
Relations Intern
My experience with Lockheed has been anything but boring so far – this is a truly dynamic and welcoming environment. I'm so thankful that I participated in several case challenges at UNT because they prepared me for my day-to-day life as an intern the most.
I love the idea of serving through HR, and now I have a newfound appreciation and passion for the niche field of Labor and Employee Relations. It's very fulfilling to help bridge the gap between Union and Company goals!
Manar Kissay, AMN Healthcare - Facilities Operations Intern
My internship experience at AMN Healthcare has been an empowering and hands-on experience where I was a part of leading cultural initiatives as well as ensuring improved internal operations. I've had the opportunity to aid in leading cross-functional projects such as planning the company-wide Multi-Cultural Fest, streamlining facilities operations by ensuring optimization in inventory systems, earning industry-recognized certifications, and taking initiative in both cultural and logistical efforts across the organization. It is incredibly rewarding and growth-oriented!
This internship has significantly influenced my professional development by helping me identify the kind of work that energizes and challenges me. Being involved in both strategic planning and culture-building initiatives showed me how impactful operational roles can be when they’re rooted in people-focused values. It confirmed my desire to pursue a career that blends HR, project management, and operations, where I can create inclusive, efficient, and engaging work environments that truly support employees and the organization as a whole.
Gigi Musnug, Amazon - HR Intern
My internship experience has been filled with so many new connections and opportunities to learn in the HR field.
My internship has influenced my professional development and career goals by assessing the skills I learned from the textbook into the real world.