Job Description
Location: Leatherhead, UK
Team: HR Team - UK
Business Unit: HR
Reporting to: HR Manager of UK
Are you ready to kickstart your career in HR with a dynamic and innovative company? Join our HR team at Zoetis, the global leader in animal health, at our UK head office in Leatherhead. This is your chance to work alongside industry experts and gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment.
What You'll Do:
As an HR Intern, you'll be an integral part of our team, supporting a variety of HR projects and operational tasks. You'll help manage policy implementation, run our early careers program for new employees, and ensure we meet our strategic HR goals. Your contributions will directly impact our business objectives and compliance with employment legislation.
What You'll Gain:
• Professional Growth: Develop key skills in planning, project management, and communication.
• HR Expertise: Gain a deep understanding of HR operations and how to deliver targeted support and solutions.
• Real-World Experience: Learn to navigate a complex business environment, prioritize tasks, and adapt to changing needs.
Core Responsibilities:
• Provide professional administrative support to the HR team.
• Plan, organize, and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and team expectations.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver our early career program.
• Maintain high standards of business conduct and compliance.
Key Skills:
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Behaviours We Value:
Positivity: Encourage a positive atmosphere and share your knowledge.
Integrity: Embrace change and be open to new ideas.
Customer Focus: Deliver exceptional service to every customer.
Ownership: Take initiative and strive for excellence in your role.
Teamwork: Collaborate and celebrate successes together.
Who We're Looking For:
• Current undergraduate student in a relevant field (e.g., HR, Marketing, Data Management, Logistics & Supply Chain).
• No prior experience required, but you must be authorized to work in the UK or Ireland.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Flexibility to travel to the office and work from home as needed.
Application Details:
• Deadline: 31st March 2026
• Screenings and Assessment Centre: April 2026
• Start Date: August 2026
Ready to take the next step in your HR career? Apply now and join us at Zoetis!
About Zoetis
At Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture the world and humankind by advancing care for animals. As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. We know our people drive our success. Our award-winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues' careers, connection and support. We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well-being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Connected to our purpose and Core Beliefs, at Zoetis, we lead with inclusion. Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) focus helps create an environment where each colleague can thrive. Our commitment to DE&I begins with our leadership team of diverse backgrounds, experiences and ethnicities, and it is demonstrated in our support of our colleagues and the animal health industry. We have nine colleague resources groups whose members spread awareness, foster inclusivity and make a positive impact on our business and communities.
Our commitment to advancing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion has earned us recognitions as a 2026 Catalyst Award recipient and a Top 50 Company for Workplace Fairness by Fair360 (formerly DiversityInc). Zoetis has also been named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality, a Best Company for Working Parents, a Top Company for Executive Women, among many others. Learn more here.
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Team: HR Team - UK
Business Unit: HR
Reporting to: HR Manager of UK
Are you ready to kickstart your career in HR with a dynamic and innovative company? Join our HR team at Zoetis, the global leader in animal health, at our UK head office in Leatherhead. This is your chance to work alongside industry experts and gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment.
What You'll Do:
As an HR Intern, you'll be an integral part of our team, supporting a variety of HR projects and operational tasks. You'll help manage policy implementation, run our early careers program for new employees, and ensure we meet our strategic HR goals. Your contributions will directly impact our business objectives and compliance with employment legislation.
What You'll Gain:
• Professional Growth: Develop key skills in planning, project management, and communication.
• HR Expertise: Gain a deep understanding of HR operations and how to deliver targeted support and solutions.
• Real-World Experience: Learn to navigate a complex business environment, prioritize tasks, and adapt to changing needs.
Core Responsibilities:
• Provide professional administrative support to the HR team.
• Plan, organize, and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and team expectations.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver our early career program.
• Maintain high standards of business conduct and compliance.
Key Skills:
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Behaviours We Value:
Positivity: Encourage a positive atmosphere and share your knowledge.
Integrity: Embrace change and be open to new ideas.
Customer Focus: Deliver exceptional service to every customer.
Ownership: Take initiative and strive for excellence in your role.
Teamwork: Collaborate and celebrate successes together.
Who We're Looking For:
• Current undergraduate student in a relevant field (e.g., HR, Marketing, Data Management, Logistics & Supply Chain).
• No prior experience required, but you must be authorized to work in the UK or Ireland.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Flexibility to travel to the office and work from home as needed.
Application Details:
• Deadline: 31st March 2026
• Screenings and Assessment Centre: April 2026
• Start Date: August 2026
Ready to take the next step in your HR career? Apply now and join us at Zoetis!
About Zoetis
At Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture the world and humankind by advancing care for animals. As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. We know our people drive our success. Our award-winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues' careers, connection and support. We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well-being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Connected to our purpose and Core Beliefs, at Zoetis, we lead with inclusion. Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) focus helps create an environment where each colleague can thrive. Our commitment to DE&I begins with our leadership team of diverse backgrounds, experiences and ethnicities, and it is demonstrated in our support of our colleagues and the animal health industry. We have nine colleague resources groups whose members spread awareness, foster inclusivity and make a positive impact on our business and communities.
Our commitment to advancing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion has earned us recognitions as a 2026 Catalyst Award recipient and a Top 50 Company for Workplace Fairness by Fair360 (formerly DiversityInc). Zoetis has also been named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality, a Best Company for Working Parents, a Top Company for Executive Women, among many others. Learn more here.
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💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Human Resources Intern position is now open for candidates interested in the Human Resource (HR) Jobs sector. This role in Leatherhead offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Human Resource (HR) Jobs is a plus.