About Ingredion:

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

Location: Westchester, IL

Workplace type: Hybrid

The Ingredion HR Team is looking for a highly motivated and dynamic college student to join the organization for an internship during summer 2026. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with various HR Leaders in Inclusion and Belonging, and Internal Communications, provide support and guidance to achieve and impact in the HR Goals of each function. We are looking for someone with a great service attitude, is results-focused, and has strong project management with a strong initiative to improve status-quo and incorporate change in a dynamic and agile work environment.

What you will do:

• Assist on Global Inclusion Week and BRG Affinity month initiatives and communications
• Support local Impact Team on Summer Employee Activities and Engagements
• Assist with annual CEO Awards process, communications and testing as needed
• Collaborate with the I&B, Sustainability and Communications team to develop engaging campaigns to improve and demonstrate culture and purpose.
• Improve our employee experience, providing ideas, support and improvements for Ingredion’s internal video channel.

Who you are:

• Are well organized and have the ability to prioritize workloads.
• Are an creative problem solver and critical thinking.
• Are technically proficient and utilize technology: Video creation in efficient ways
• Have outstanding service and focus results.
• Are able to work both independently as well in a team.

What you will bring:

• Progress towards a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, Economics or a related field with a minimum GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 preferred
• Ability to work 40 hrs. per week during the year internship term over the summer
• Strong business insight and continuous improvement skills
• General knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Outstanding attention to detail with verbal and written communication skills
• Reliable transportation required to get to and from facility each work day

To be eligible for consideration, candidates must:

• Currently possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. Ingredion does not intend to sponsor work visas with respect to this position or to provide this position as OPT or CPT.
• Be a currently enrolled student in a Bachelor’s Degree Program. If currently enrolled in an undergrad status, must have completed at least two years of coursework with status as a sophomore, junior or non-graduating senior.
• If you have completed your degree, please consider other opportunities with Ingredion, posted at www.ingredion.com/careers.

Why Join Ingredion?

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exception rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

• Total Rewards Package – competitive hourly salary based on your degree program. Housing stipends offered to students relocating 51+ miles from the Ingredion work location
• Internship Program Events & Activities – programming catered toward career exploration, networking, and professional development - including the annual Capstone Summit at Ingredion HQ in Westchester, IL
• Intern Mentor Program – pairing with a mentor to guide development and integration in Ingredion’s culture
• Involvement in Ingredion’s Business Resource Groups – the conscience of the organization and an integral part to Ingredion’s Inclusion & Belonging strategy
• Employee Recognition Program – a culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
• Employee Discount Program – provides exclusive discounts on everyday pro