2027 Human Resources Intern

Charles Schwab; Westlake (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Schwab is offering a Human Resources Intern position in Westlake/Austin. This hands-on internship exposes you to talent acquisition, learning and development, compensation, HR technology, and workplace intelligence.

You will work on real-world projects, collaborate with HR professionals, and develop skills in communication, analysis, stakeholder partnership, and program execution. Through mentoring and cross-functional exposure, you will learn how Schwab designs people strategies, services, and

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program and entering junior-level standing by internship start date.
• Able to commit to 40 hours per week during the Summer 2027 internship.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship.
• Willing to relocate at personal expense if required.
• Able to begin full-time employment between August 2027 and September 2028.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research, analysis, and benchmarking to support HR initiatives and business priorities.
• Create presentations, reports, process documentation, and stakeholder communications.
• Support projects in talent acquisition, learning and development, compensation, HR technology, and workplace experience.
• Analyze feedback, survey results, and workforce data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Assist with project coordination, program administration, event planning, stakeholder engagement, and process improvement.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Written communication

Verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Pursuing a bachelor's degree

Tools

HRIS (HR systems)

Survey tools

Job description

Your opportunity

At Schwab, you're empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us challenge the status quo and transform the finance industry together. We believe in the importance of in-office collaboration and fully intend for the selected candidate for this role to work on site in the specified location(s).

Human Resources Intern

This internship offers hands‑on exposure to how Human Resources supports employees, leaders, and organizational success within a leading financial services organization. Interns contribute to meaningful work across talent acquisition, learning and development, compensation, HR technology, workplace intelligence, and corporate real estate while building durable skills in communication, analysis, stakeholder partnership, project execution, and problem solving.

Through real‑world projects, collaboration with HR professionals, and exposure to multiple HR disciplines, interns gain valuable insight into how Schwab designs and delivers people strategies, programs, systems, and workplace experiences that help employees and the business thrive.

2027 Human Resources Opportunity Areas Include:

Talent Acquisition (Westlake or Austin)

Partners with the business to attract, engage, and hire talent through recruiting operations, process improvement, candidate experience initiatives, and workforce planning activities.

Training & Organizational Development (Westlake or Omaha)

Designs, delivers, and continuously improves learning experiences, leadership development programs, and organizational effectiveness initiatives.

Payroll (Westlake only)
Supports the processes, systems, analysis, and controls that help ensure employees are paid accurately and on time while delivering a reliable employee experience.

HR Product Management (Orlando)

Partners with HR and technology teams to enhance digital employee experiences and improve the systems, tools, and platforms that support the employee lifecycle.

Workforce Intelligence (Westlake)
Uses workforce data, analytics, reporting, and insights to help HR and business leaders better understand workforce trends and make informed people decisions.

Corporate Real Estate & Workplace Experience (Westlake, Phoenix, Interior Design in New York City only)

Supports the design, management, and enhancement of Schwab workplaces through facility operations, interior design, workplace strategy, capital projects, event support, and employee amenity services that create exceptional experiences for employees and visitors.

What You'll Do

Depending on your assigned team, you may:

• Conduct research, analysis, and benchmarking to support key HR initiatives and business priorities.
• Create presentations, reports, process documentation, and stakeholder communications.
• Support projects focused on talent acquisition, learning and development, compensation, HR technology, workplace experience, workforce planning, or organizational effectiveness.
• Analyze feedback, survey results, operational metrics, or workforce data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Assist with project coordination, program administration, event planning, stakeholder engagement, and process improvement efforts.
• Maintain organized documentation, trackers, project plans, and supporting materials.
• Participate in meetings, networking opportunities, learning sessions, and professional development activities.
• Contribute recommendations that improve employee experiences, workplace effectiveness, operational efficiency, or business outcomes.

What You'll Learn

• How Human Resources functions partner with the business to support organizational performance and employee success.
• How HR programs and experiences are designed, implemented, measured, and continually improved.
• How research, data, feedback, and stakeholder input inform decision‑making.
• How effective communication, collaboration, project management, and execution contribute to successful business outcomes.
• How technology, workplace experiences, talent strategies, compensation programs, and development initiatives support the employee lifecycle.

What you have

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program and entering junior‑level standing by internship start date.
• Have not completed your bachelor's degree prior to the internship.
• Able to commit to 40 hours per week during the 9‑week Summer 2027 internship program.
• Able to begin full‑time employment between August 2027 and September 2028.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without employer sponsorship.
• Willing to relocate at personal expense if required.

Preferred Qualifications

Depending on the specific Human Resources internship opportunity and business area assignment, preferred qualifications may include:

• Pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, Communications, Organizational Leadership, Management, Marketing, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Finance, Economics, Real Estate, Interior Design, Architecture, User Experience, or a related field.
• Demonstrated interest in Human Resources, talent acquisition, learning and development, compensation, HR technology, workforce strategy, organizational effectiveness, workplace experience, corporate real estate, employee engagement, or business operations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to create professional presentations, documentation, reports, and stakeholder communications.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem‑solving abilities through coursework, projects, internships, leadership experiences, or extracurricular activities.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and deliverables in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to gather information, conduct research, analyze findings, and develop actionable recommendations.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high‑quality work.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and other business productivity tools.
• Demonstrated curiosity, adaptability, and willingness to learn new concepts, systems, technologies, and processes.
• Strong ownership mindset with the ability to manage responsibilities through successful completion.
• Experience with project coordination, process improvement, stakeholder engagement, event planning, training development, recruiting, data analysis, workplace strategy, facility operations, interior design, content development, HR systems, or employee experience initiatives is a plus.
• Familiarity with HR systems, digital product management, user experience concepts, survey tools, project management methodologies, workplace design principles, content development, or business process improvement is beneficial but not required.

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What’s in it for you

At Schwab, you’re empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration—so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact.