HR Business Partner Intern

About the Role

The SAP Internship Experience Program (iXp) is a global, strategic, paid internship program designed to provide university students with opportunities to find purpose in their careers. This is more than an internship; it's the foundation for a career built on connection, creativity, and impact.

• Position Title: SAP iXp - HR Business Partner Intern
• Location: Newtown Square, PA preferred; candidates located near an SAP office may also be considered.
• Work Model: Hybrid — 3 days per week onsite.
• Expected Dates: October 2026 to April 2027
• Working Hours: Full time, 40 hours a week.

As a member of the People & Culture Business Partner (P&C BP) team, you will support Global P&C BPs in driving strategic and operational projects across the Global Engineering & Technology (E&T) business units at SAP.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively assist assigned P&C BPs in driving the SAP People Agenda and the transformation of E&T business units, anticipating needs and taking initiative.
• Support and drive strategic people initiatives, focus topics, and manage ad-hoc requests such as data gathering, organizational maintenance, and European Social Partner submissions for P&C BP leads and teams.
• Own and manage discrete projects end-to-end, coordinating across key internal stakeholders for timely delivery and alignment.
• Ensure high-quality deliverables in communications and presentations for P&C BPs, E&T Executive Leadership team members, and E&T employees.
• Deliver high-impact data analysis using internal SAP tools and AI-powered platforms to provide people and organizational insights (employee surveys, hiring, attrition).
• Co-lead team meetings and global projects, increasing awareness of P&C BP services among supported stakeholders.
• Flex timezones as needed based on the location of the assigned P&C BP (primarily EST, PST).

Business Impact

This role directly supports the people strategy for one of SAP's largest business units, contributing to decisions on talent, organizational design, and employee experience that impact thousands of SAP employees globally.

Team Environment & Collaboration

• Work closely with senior P&C Business Partners supporting E&T leadership, gaining direct exposure to executive-level work and global HR strategy.
• Operate across regions and time zones, with structured mentorship from experienced HRBPs and regular touchpoints for development.

Learning Opportunities

• HR strategy, workforce planning, and organizational design in a global technology company.
• AI-powered tools and people analytics for data-driven business insights.
• Executive-level communication, storytelling, and presentation design.
• End-to-end project management in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• Stakeholder engagement and influence skills working with senior leaders.

Requirements & Tech Stack

Skills & Competencies

• Highly proactive and self-directed.
• Proficient in AI tools and digital productivity platforms.
• Strong project management skills, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple workstreams independently.
• Effective at building and maintaining trusted relationships with senior internal stakeholders.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Strategic and detail-oriented thinking.
• Problem-solving swiftly and independently.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Desire for fast growth and development.
• Culturally sensitive and able to work in a virtual and global environment.
• Strong business acumen, Excel, PowerPoint, and analytical skills.
• Executive level presentation skills.
• Ability to deliver key components of the Talent Strategy across multiple locations & cultures.
• Ability to lead global or platform programs/initiatives.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or a related field.

Where You Belong

Be part of SAP Next Gen, a global community for students, universities, schools, and educational partners passionate about innovation and technology.

• Culture of Collaboration: Partner with experienced SAP colleagues and expert mentors for support and professional growth.
• Project-driven Experience: Gain hands-on learning experience and make an impact from day one by contributing to meaningful projects. Access endless learning resources and gain future-ready skills.
• Gain Visibility: Build relationships with leaders and peers across teams and functions, showcasing your ideas, skills, and creativity. Open doors for future career opportunities within SAP and beyond.