Rotational Development Program - HR Generalist Track

Are you ready to join the team? 

Jabil is excited to offer a comprehensive Rotational Development Program designed for HR graduate students to gain broad experience in various facets of HR. Participants will move through multiple corporate HR functions and Jabil manufacturing sites to prepare for a well-established career as an HR Leader. As a part of this program, you will receive mentorship and program specific professional development opportunities. This position will require relocation multiple times throughout the program.  

Who will you be working with? 

An HR Generalist plays a key role in ensuring positive employee experience, administering HR programs, advising HR-related matters, and fostering company culture. To do this, you will collaborate with a variety of stakeholders, including, the HR team, management, and employees.  

What will you do? 

Rotational Program Structure 

Rotation 1: Corporate Site (St. Petersburg, FL) 

• Duration:  12 months 

• Focus: Supporting HR US Operations, Center of Excellence, HR Business Partners and Employee/Labor Relations 

• Description: Participants will gain insights into corporate HR functions, working closely with HR leadership to understand HR processes, strategic HR initiatives, employee relations and be embedded in a manufacturing environment. 

Rotation 2: Manufacturing Site (e.g., Asheville, Auburn Hills, Clinton) 

• Duration: 12 months 

• Focus: Hands-on HR experience at a Jabil manufacturing site 

• Description: Participants will be embedded in a manufacturing environment, gaining practical experience in HR operations and employee relations. 

Rotation 3: Manufacturing Site (e.g., Florence, Memphis, Salt Lake City) 

• Duration: 18 months 

• Focus: Advanced HR experience at a larger or expanding Jabil manufacturing site 

• Description: Participants will further develop their HR skills, focusing on complex HR matters and leadership development in a manufacturing setting. 

Post-Program Placement: The objective of this rotational program is to secure a permanent position as a HR Manager at one of Jabil's sites upon successful completion. 

Function Specific Responsibilities 

Throughout the program, you will learn and apply policies and programs covering several HR initiatives. 

• Recruitment and Onboarding 

• Assist managers in conducting needs analysis.  

• Source candidates screen resumes, conduct interviews and present qualified candidates. 

• Manage onboarding process for external hires and coordinating internal transfers. 

• HR Administration 

• Process and maintain employee personnel records. 

• Generate HR reports. 

• Analyze and present HR data. 

• Employee Relations 

• Responsible for communication and interpretation of HR policies and procedures. 

• Address employee inquiries and concerns. 

• Advise managers on issues such as performance management, terminations, sexual harassment, discrimination, etc. 

• Interpret and comply with all federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations. 

• Total Rewards 

• Administer employee compensation and benefits programs. 

• Assist with compensation planning and administration. 

• Educate associates about their benefits and coordinate open enrollment. 

• Research and respond to employee benefit questions. 

• Coordinate and facilitate training programs. 

• Project Management 

• Participate in team projects that address strategic initiatives as directed by the HR Manager. 

• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. 

How will you get here? 

Education & Experience 

• Graduate with Master’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Organizational Development, Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Employment Relations, Industrial and Labor Relations or closely related field within the past 6 months 

• Minimum of one HR related internship or equivalent experience 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities 

• Understanding fundamental HR concepts and practices 

• Familiarity with federal, state and local employment laws and regulatory compliance 

• Basic knowledge of HR software and data management 

• Awareness of recruitment and selection techniques 

• Basic understanding of maintaining positive workplace relationships 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills  

• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks 

• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address common HR issues 

• Basic skills in using office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite) 

• Knowledge of MS Excel to analyze and report data 

• Building and maintaining professional relationships 

• Flexibility to learn and adapt to new HR practices and environments 

• Able to maintain confidentiality and privacy of sensitive employee information 

• Must be willing to relocate to multiple Jabil site locations to carry out rotations