HRD Program Student Experiences
In Purdue’s HRD program, students learn by doing—building people-analytics dashboards, tackling VR/AR simulations in the HRD Virtual Lab, and working on real projects with industry partners and a supportive cohort. Hear what that feels like firsthand: watch our short video testimonials from current HRD students.
HRD Program Student Internship Experiences
Our required HR internship turns coursework into real impact—students apply people analytics, HR tech, and teamwork in professional settings, building confidence and a portfolio employers notice. See how they leveled up: watch our student internship videos and browse the Internship Spotlight posters.
HRD Alumni Stories & Spotlights
Our alumni are shaping workplaces across industries—from tech and healthcare to manufacturing and consulting. View Alumni Spotlight posters and read short stories that showcase their career journeys, impact, and tips for thriving in HRD. Get inspired and see what’s possible after Purdue.
Q&A with Jace Brunton, 2025 Human Resource Development graduate
Jace Brunton is a recent graduate from the Human Resource Development (HRD) program at Purdue’s Polytechnic Institute. He graduated in 2025 and now works as an HR assistant for D.A. Dodd, a mechanical contractor in Lafayette, Indiana.
Polytechnic grad finds career in talent acquisition at JD Finish Line North America
Megan Baldwin found human resources at the heart of people-centered career paths, seeing that it intersected industries and held potential for helping people. She switched to the Human Resource Development (HRD) program her sophomore year.
Purdue Human Resource Development grad takes on HR technology role at Bain Capital
Burnet was fascinated by the “people” side of business. It was unpredictable and evolving. She also noticed that technology was changing and impacting HR, so when the HRD program at the Polytechnic Institute started the following year, she made the switch.
Polytechnic human resource development program teaches grad to welcome new challenges at work, in life
Sophia Alessia is energized by finding and overcoming new challenges. She’s earned two degrees at Purdue that prepared her with experiential learning, including an internship assisting the CEO of a start-up.
Transfer student starts career path in human resource development at Purdue Polytechnic
After transferring and exploring her interests, Hannah Deckard found her path in the HRD major—completed an internship and now works full-time as an HR representative thanks to the hands-on support she received at Purdue Polytechnic.
