Closing Date for Application: Friday 28/11/2025 Summer Internship – HR Assistant Location: Doncaster, Edlington Company: Polypipe Building Products (part of Genuit Group) Duration: 6 weeks starting in July 2026. Salary: £3,500 across the 6 weeks Who We Are Polypipe Building Products are focused on delivering solutions to the residential sector. Working with national and local developers, plumbing and heating engineers, general builders and groundworkers to deliver above and below ground drainage systems, rainwater solutions as well as hot and cold plastic plumbing products. The Opportunity This 6-week HR Assistant internship is a great opportunity to gain practical experience in core HR functions like onboarding, and employee engagement. You'll work closely with the HR team, contribute to real projects, and develop key skills in communication, organisation, and HR systems. It’s a valuable stepping stone for anyone exploring a future career in human resources. What You’ll Be Doing As an HR Assistant intern, you’ll support the team with day-to-day tasks like preparing onboarding materials, updating employee records, and helping with internal communications. You’ll also get involved in projects that improve the employee experience and learn how HR supports the wider business. It’s a hands-on role where you’ll build confidence, sharpen your organisational skills, and see how a people-first culture is built from the inside out. Who We’re Looking For Interest in Human Resources: Demonstrated enthusiasm for HR or people-focused work, whether through university degree, module or project work. Strong Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both in writing and in person. Organisational Skills: Comfortable managing multiple tasks, meeting deadlines, and keeping things on track. Attention to Detail: Accurate and thorough when handling data, documents, or scheduling. Team Player: Willing to collaborate, support others, and contribute to a positive team environment. Proactive Attitude: Eager to learn, take initiative, and get involved in new tasks or projects. Basic Tech Confidence: Comfortable using email, spreadsheets, and common office tools (training provided for HR systems). What’s in It for You Gain hands-on experience in core HR functions within a supportive team Build practical skills in communication, organisation, and HR systems Strengthen your CV with real-world exposure to HR operations Explore whether a career in human resources is right for you Contribute to meaningful projects that impact the employee experience Grow your confidence through collaboration and learning opportunities What to expect if you’re shortlisted! Interview – An in-person interview at our Head office in Doncaster, where you’ll get to see the site and meet some of the team! Help us build a better tomorrow. Apply now and be part of a placement that’s shaping the future of sustainable living. Here at the Genuit Group we recognise and develop the contribution our people make to the Group’s success and are committed to attracting talent from the widest pool. We have a role to play in making the built environment more sustainable, building a low carbon business ourselves as well as delivering sustainable solutions at scale. Here at Genuit we recognise and develop the contribution our people make to the Group’s success and are committed to attracting talent from the widest pool. Our people are central to us which is why we’re passionate about building a culture of trust and innovation. We operate a decentralised business model where each Genuit Business attracts, nurtures, and retains local talent, becoming experts in their field. It is our people who will ensure that our success is sustainable, supporting each other and being flexible and responsive to the demands of our customers and the marketplace. If you are ready to explore our vacancies further, get scrolling! The 'Search for Jobs' page shows you all our current roles, each providing an opportunity to develop your career in an organisation that, through innovative products and technology and a clear customer focus, has set its sights on being at the forefront of the Construction Industry.