Human Resources Intern - Leadership Development - Louisville, KY

Build your career at Sazerac! Sazerac Company produces and markets the most award-winning bourbons and whiskeys in the world, including Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Eagle Rare, Blanton’s, and Sazerac Rye. Additionally, Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits, including Fireball, Southern Comfort, Seagram’s V.O., Myers’s, Goldschläger, Parrot Bay, 99 Brand, and Platinum Vodka.

We’re proud of our award-winning culture and distilleries. Our Louisville office has been named one of the “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” four times, and our Buffalo Trace Distillery has earned the title of “world’s most award-winning distillery” through the dedication of our craftsmen for well over 200 years. Whether you’re an upcoming graduate or an internship seeking student, Sazerac provides extraordinary opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, entrepreneurial industry.

Come be a part of our team, where your efforts will further enhance our story! Our Human Resources Internship offers an exceptional opportunity to gain a thorough understanding of our industry and get exposure to the many functions within human resources, including: talent acquisition, organizational development, compensation, benefits, HR operations, etc.  Through business-critical projects, you will gain a working understanding of our industry and develop your professional skills, all while directly contributing to company growth.  

The Internship Experience:

• 12-week summer internship from May 19th 2025 to August 9th 2025
• Professional development workshops and networking opportunities
• Social and philanthropic activities
• Work with a mentor to develop project plans, set goals, and receive continuous feedback
• End of summer project presentation
• Opportunity to earn a full-time position post-graduation

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business administration, human resources, or a related field
• Anticipated graduation date between December 2025 and June 2027
• 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Self-motivated, strong work ethic, innovative, solution-oriented mindset, with a passion for learning
• Team player with effective communication skills and a high level of emotional intelligence
• Strong analytical skills and technical aptitude
• Must be willing to relocate to Louisville, Kentucky for the duration of the internship
• Must be at least 20 years of age by the start of the internship
• Permanent authorization to work in the United States for any employer

Sazerac will not hire students who will now, or at any point in the future, require visa sponsorship to work in the United States.