Enterprise Internship, Human Resources

Advocate Health; Illinois; Remote; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is offering a remote Human Resources internship for May 31, 2027 to August 6, 2027. You will gain hands-on experience in recruitment, onboarding, employee engagement, and HR operations while working with seasoned professionals in a supportive environment.

Applicants must be enrolled as an incoming junior or senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in HR, business, or psychology, with a minimum 2.5 GPA.

Qualifications

• Enrolled as incoming junior or senior pursuing a bachelor's degree in HR, business, psychology, or related field.
• GPA of at least 2.5.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Proficiency with Excel and exposure to HR systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with posting job openings and screening resumes
• Schedule interviews and coordinate candidate communications
• Support onboarding and orientation processes for new hires
• Help maintain employee records and HR databases
• Participate in employee engagement initiatives and events
• Assist with HR reporting and data analysis
• Contribute to process improvement projects and HR documentation
• Provide general administrative support to the HR team
• Practical experience in core HR functions
• Mentorship from experienced HR professionals
• Exposure to HR systems and tools
• Networking opportunities within the organization
• A chance to contribute to meaningful HR initiatives

Skills

Excel

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Detail-oriented

Education

In-progress bachelor's degree in HR/Business/Psychology

Job description

Department

14206 Enterprise Corporate - People & Culture Workforce Development

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information

The internship will take place May 31, 2027-August 6, 2027. Interns will be scheduled to work up to 40 hours per week, Mon-Fri business hours. This is a remote, work from home position. Remote work is currently only approved for residents living in the following states: AL, AK, AR, AZ, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, LA, KS, KY, ME, MI, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NM, NV, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WI, WV, WY.

Pay Range

$21.00 - $21.00

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Human Resources Intern to join our People and Culture team. This internship offers hands‑on experience in various HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, employee engagement, and HR operations. You’ll work closely with experienced professionals and gain exposure to real‑world HR practices in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Major Responsibilities

• Assist with posting job openings and screening resumes
• Schedule interviews and coordinate candidate communications
• Support onboarding and orientation processes for new hires
• Help maintain employee records and HR databases
• Participate in employee engagement initiatives and events
• Assist with HR reporting and data analysis
• Contribute to process improvement projects and HR documentation
• Provide general administrative support to the HR team
• Practical experience in core HR functions
• Mentorship from experienced HR professionals
• Exposure to HR systems and tools
• Networking opportunities within the organization
• A chance to contribute to meaningful HR initiatives

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required

• None Required.

Education Required

• Enrolled in an accredited College or University as Incoming Junior or Incoming Senior Pursuing Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.

Experience Required

• No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Current enrollment with junior or senior status at a regional accredited college or university. Interns are expected to be in the process of obtaining an undergraduate degree
• Grade point average of at least 2.5.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability in successfully completing tasks.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Effective multitasking and prioritization skills.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Excel.
• Must demonstrate integrity, maturity, dependability, a positive attitude and enthusiasm.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Each department will develop mental/physical requirements from the job standards and guidelines.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well‑being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long‑Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full‑time, part‑time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value‑based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.