FutureLab HR Spring/Summer 2026 Internship

About Mondelēz International Mondelēz International is a world leader in snacking, committed to leading the future of how the world snacks. The company produces beloved household favorites including Oreo and Chips Ahoy! cookies, Ritz, Wheat Thins and Triscuit crackers, Clif bars, and Swedish Fish and Sour Patch Kids confectionery products. Since its establishment, Mondelēz has been committed to developing the next generation of Makers and Bakers through innovation in product design, process development, quality, nutrition, and food safety. The company's Research & Development teams work tirelessly to turn great ideas into brilliant brands, ensuring a consistent, delightful consumer experience. Please see the Mondelēz FutureLab Tenant Directory for more information. Mondelēz FutureLab - Research Park About the Role As an organization, we are committed to developing the next generation of Makers and Bakers. Joining us at an early career stage in our fast-paced and ever-changing environment will enable you to do more, learn more and grow more. You will be encouraged to step outside your comfort zone - you may even surprise yourself! We will ensure you are given the support you need to be at your best and enable you to be yourself and bring passion and personality. Here you can lean in and speak up and bring your own flavour. Big enough to reach the top. Small enough to help you get off the ground. Our internships offer a range of assignments throughout the school semesters and the summer. During your placement, we'll make you an integral part of our team and give you a real job - with real responsibilities - from day one. We hope to help you expand your horizons and encourage your personal and professional development. We want to make sure you get the most from your time with us. That's why once you join, we'll work out ambitious but achievable goals for you. Then, through the support of an industrial and/or academic mentor and regular reviews with your manager, we will help you achieve them. Life in HR & FutureLab Operations: In FutureLab, your passion for people can be the special ingredient that brings our team to life. Working alongside a fantastic team of innovators, you will support the people who make our brands possible. You will contribute to the growth and engagement of our workforce, ensuring a positive and productive environment for all "Makers and Bakers" within the lab. An internship within the HR area involves: Supporting the lifecycle of our talent through various recruitment and campus outreach initiatives. Contributing to the development and execution of programs that drive employee engagement and organizational culture. Assisting with the continuous improvement of internal people processes and operational support. Assisting the site director to ensure smooth day-to-day operations. We are looking for qualified individuals with a desire to work in the food industry and are interested in growing their organizational and people-focused skills in a real-life research and development environment. Leadership, innovative thoughts, and a strong desire to learn are critical to succeed. Qualifications Majoring in a field related to Human Resources at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign. Problem-Solving Time Management Drive for Results Interpersonal Savvy During the placement you will be expected to plan and execute projects at various scales and depending on the scope may encompass hands-on practical work (e.g., benchtop and pilot plant, potentially within FutureLab, potentially within UIUC facilities, or potentially at Mondelez facilities at other locations.). Requirements Full-time enrolled student at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Graduation date of May 2027 or later Starts Spring 2026 (10-15 hours/week) Mondelēz FutureLab Mondelēz International (MDLZ) FutureLab will be the home of far-horizon innovation for MDLZ, and of MDLZ's virtual environment, Simoja. Internships run during term time (part-time) and the summer vacations (full-time). Multiple positions are available, and hours are flexible (10 hours/week to 37.5 hours/week). Interns will be paid a competitive hourly wage. The positions are based out of Champaign, Illinois. We review applications on a first come, first served basis, and reserve the right to close our vacancies early - therefore we recommend that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible. Interested in Applying? To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the position to Michelle Firrell, Site Director, Mondelēz FutureLab, .

Created: 2026-03-10