Intern, Human Resources

Duration: Spring 2027 (January–May)

Work Location: Oklahoma City, OK | In Person

Weekly Commitment: 16–20 hours per week

The Oklahoma City Thunder’s People & Culture team is seeking a student to join us for our Spring 2027 internship! Gain hands-on experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, and employee experience while contributing to initiatives that support a positive and efficient hiring process.

Interns will also have access to professional development workshops, networking opportunities, resume reviews, and other activities designed to enhance their experience. Program perks include paid downtown parking and tickets to a Thunder home game during the season!

In this role you will

• Assist with creating, updating, and posting job opportunities across multiple job boards and internal systems
• Monitor the employment inbox and respond to candidate questions in a timely manner
• Review Harver video interviews for hiring teams and coordinate interview scheduling
• Initiate reference checks through Crosschq
• Use Canva to create and update recruiting flyers, guides, and other People & Culture materials
• Collaborate with departments across the organization to support the hiring process, including participating in introductory meetings with hiring managers
• Attend and engage in weekly department meetings and contribute to brainstorming and planning during recurring committee meetings
• Participate in cross-departmental shadowing opportunities within People & Culture
• Assist with planning and executing employee events, including event setup and teardown
• Represent the organization at career fairs and community events, including supporting a community engagement event such as a Rolling Thunder Book Bus or Thunder Fellows
• Perform other administrative tasks and projects as assigned

What you’ll bring to the role

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and eligible to receive course credit for the internship
• Pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask and manage time effectively
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality
• Timely and proactive communication regarding scheduling and availability

Additional details

This is a paid, in-person internship reporting to the Recruiter. The work location will be the Oklahoma City Thunder corporate office located in downtown Oklahoma City. A driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of vehicle insurance are required as some local travel will take place. This internship does not provide housing or transportation and does not guarantee a full-time position with the Thunder upon completion.

The Thunder recognizes that teams with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills make a stronger company. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Thunder organization considers applicants fairly on the basis of qualifications, experience and business needs and provides equal opportunity regardless of race, color, age, sex, ancestry, ethnicity, national origin, religion, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

Applicants are considered regardless of past legal system involvement, based upon the needs of the role, nature of and recency of legal history. The Thunder is committed to a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees through its RAVE culture – Respect and Value Everyone.