HR / TA Intern, Summer 2026

Watts Internship Program

We're Watts. Together, we're reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation and we have a dynamic future ahead.

The Watts Internship Program is strategically designed to provide you with the opportunity to utilize what you have learned in the classroom while gaining a true understanding of the business world by applying those key principles through hands-on experience. During the internship, students will gain exposure to and impact operations. There will be many chances to network with like-minded professionals in manufacturing, industrial engineering, and beyond to stimulate your mind through cross-departmental collaboration.

The Human Resources Intern is responsible for various tasks including supporting the Campus and Early Careers programs manager to run the Summer Internship Program, assisting with recruiting efforts, and supporting HR policies and procedure review. The HR Intern will also be involved in various employee engagement activities and events. Examples of projects may include :

• Research employee engagement ideas and activities. Partner with the HR Manager to host employee engagement events at the local site.
• Partner with other HR Interns, such as the Communications Intern to lead initiatives related to our 2025 Summer Internship Program.
• Co-lead the virtual 2025 Intern Appreciation Day Event. Co-lead your local 2025 Intern Appreciation Day at your site.
• Partner with the HR Manager to review current interview processes for hourly employees. Make recommendations on additional best practices and improvements.
• Be the go-to person for all intern related questions

Minimum Qualifications

General Applicable Company Competencies

What's In It For You

People-First Culture Enriching and caring for people is at the core of who we are; this includes executing our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) strategy, and providing you with meaningful career growth opportunities, a positive and safe work environment, and affirmation that you are heard, valued, and respected.

Paid Holidays Celebrate the holidays with your loved ones and still get paid! You will receive paid time off for holidays.

Lunch and Learns Throughout your internship, there will be opportunities for you to sign up to learn and network with some of the key strategic leaders and thought partners within our core operating model!

Sustainability For five years in a row, Watts has been named one of "America's Most Responsible Companies" by Newsweek. Join our journey as we continue to distinguish Watts as a responsible and committed corporate citizen.

Working Conditions : While performing the job duties, you will be working in an office environment. You will be required to work in the office at the [insert office] location three days per week (Monday Wednesday) and can work remotely two days per week (Thursday and Friday).

Physical Requirements : Specific physical abilities required for this position include, but are not limited to :

Nothing in this job description restricts Watts' right to assign or reassign duties, responsibilities, or change the working hours / conditions for this position at any time. This position is "at will," which means that either the employee or Watts may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any lawful reason.

Watts in it for you : Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

How we work : At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.