HR Intern

Royal Credit Union in; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Royal Credit Union in Eau Claire, WI is seeking an HR Intern to gain hands-on experience in recruiting, onboarding, and HR operations while working with a supportive Talent Services team.

The internship runs January 2027 through March 2028, requires onsite work, full participation during school terms, and compensation of $17.85–$19.98 per hour. Applicants must be enrolled in a degree program and able to provide transcripts.

Qualifications

• Enrolled student pursuing a degree in HR management or related field.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; detail-oriented and able to manage multiple deadlines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools and able to learn new systems quickly.

Responsibilities

• Support HR processes including data entry for new hires and changes.
• Assist with recruiting tasks such as background checks and offer letters.
• Help coordinate internship and high school teller programs and handle emails queues.
• Contribute to social media campaigns and attend recruiting events.
• Participate in onboarding and support recruitment activities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Enrolled in a university or technical college

HR Management or Organizational Development focus

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hey Students! Are you passionate about people and curious about how organizations attract and support top talent? Become an HR Intern at Royal Credit Union! In this role, you’ll gain hands‑on experience in recruiting, onboarding, and HR operations while working alongside a supportive and dynamic team. This is your chance to grow professionally, make a difference, and be part of something bigger.

All applicants must be located in the Eau Claire/Chippewa Valley Area & include a resume, cover letter, transcript and their anticipated graduation date when applying. If selected for the internship, you must be able to commit to the full 15 months and be enrolled at a university or technical college throughout the length of the internship. Must be able to work onsite at the Royal Credit Union Corporate Center in Eau Claire, WI, throughout the school year and during breaks.

Why Royal?

• Member and Community Focused: We are dedicated to making a positive impact on our Members and the communities we serve, going beyond financial services to enrich lives and foster growth.
• Supportive Environment: Join a collaborative, values-driven workplace that is always evolving. We support each other and work together to achieve our goals.
• Professional Growth: We offer numerous opportunities for training and advancement, helping you continuously develop and advance your skills.
• Empowerment: We empower our team members to make decisions and drive initiatives that help our Members achieve their financial goals. Your ideas and contributions are valued and encouraged.
• Community Involvement: Engage with your local community through various initiatives and events, making a tangible difference where you live and work. Be part of something bigger.

What You’ll Do

The HR Intern will integrate their educational background with real-life applications in the workplace by working with the Talent Services Team to perform a variety of day-to-day administrative duties and activities along with assisting with a wide range of projects and tasks related to recruiting and onboarding.

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Our Commitment To You

• Compensation: $17.85-19.98 per hour (candidates with significant related experience may be higher)

What’s Needed For This Position

• Enrolled at a University or Technical College throughout the length of the internship, pursuing a degree in Human Resources Management, Organizational Development or similar field.
• Must be bondable.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong listening and interpersonal abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry, reporting, and documentation.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools including Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Word, and Outlook; comfortable using digital devices and learning new technologies.

What We’d Love To See

• Previous experience working in an office setting

Intern Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Support HR processes by accurately processing data for new hires, internal moves, and separations, and assisting with departmental reporting.
• Assist HR Generalists with recruiting tasks such as background checks, reference checks, offer letters, and pre-screen questionnaires.
• Help coordinate recruitment efforts for internship and high school teller programs, and serve as a backup for various administrative tasks and email queues.
• Contribute to social media campaigns and represent Royal at job fairs and recruiting events to promote career opportunities.
• Participate in onboarding by teaching portions of new hire orientation and supporting recruitment activities like sourcing and talent pool creation.

Work Schedule

• Working approximately 20 hours/week during the school year and 40 hours/week during the summer. Generally working variable hours between 8:00am – 5:00pm Monday through Friday based on class schedule.
• Must be able to work onsite at the Royal Credit Union Corporate Center throughout the school year and during breaks.
• This is a limited term, non-benefit eligible, position that will go from January 2027 - March 2028.
• Must be able to commit to the 15 month internship.

Training

• Prior to starting a normal work schedule, new Royal team members must attend Foundation Training at our Corporate Center in Eau Claire, WI from 9:00am - 4:30pm on Monday and Tuesday during their first week of employment. Out of town learners will be reimbursed costs related to travel and lodging.
• Foundation Training covers fundamental information about Royal’s culture and core values which sets the stage for team members to be successful within our organization.