Human Resources Intern - Summer 2027

IMA Financial Group; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Performance Bonus

Stock Purchase

Medical Plans

Dental

Job summary

IMA Financial Group is seeking an intern for a 2027 summer program with a four-day in-office and one day work-from-home schedule, located in Denver or Wichita. You will engage in Talent Acquisition, On-Boarding, Talent Management, and HR Coordination while being mentored by senior leaders and exposed to real-world projects that impact clients and the firm.

The role emphasizes learning, development, and a pathway to IMA associates careers, with preference for students graduating in December 2027

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an Undergraduate or Graduate Degree in a program related to one of our host departments.
• Students anticipated to graduate in December 2027 or Spring 2028 will be given preference.
• Previous work or internship experience in a professional services or similar environment may be useful, but not required.
• An entrepreneurial spirit with the ability to problem-solve, think critically, and provide creative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Talent Acquisition: Dive into IMA’s Talent Acquisition recruitment process.
• On-Boarding: Support the execution of IMA’s ongoing new hire onboarding program.
• Talent Management: Learn about IMA’s associate lifecycle, including learning and development, performance management, and engagement.
• HR Coordination: Collaborate with key areas of Human Resources to gain insights into compensation, benefits, and the role of Human Resource Business Partners.

Skills

Entrepreneurial spirit

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Education

Undergrad or grad degree in related field

Job description

Interns at IMA are a big deal! We understand how significant your decision on where to spend an internship is and what a positive experience can do to catapult your career. The best experiences provide true immersion in a company’s culture, access to and networking with senior leaders and industry experts, opportunities to apply what you learn through real work that drives real results, and a fun and engaging cohort to share the experience with!

With this in mind, we’ve crafted our program to allow you to engage directly in our values driven culture through company, department, and cohort events, all while being challenged with a blend of learning programs, informative networking sessions with IMA associates, and opportunities to engage in department specific work projects that have real world impact for our clients, our business, and our associates.

As an intern, your time will be divided between a core program shared with the entire cohort and specialized work, projects, and programming tailored to the department you join.

Our Human Resources department is excited to announce an incredible opportunity for an intern in our 2027 summer program! This role offers the chance to gain valuable experience at our Denver or Wichita locations, with a flexible schedule of four days in the office and one day working from home each week.

Daily responsibilities will include:

Talent Acquisition:Dive into IMA’s Talent Acquisition recruitment process.

• Optimizing and automating reports for hiring and activity tracking for recruiters using IMA’s ATS, Greenhouse

On-Boarding:Support the execution of IMA’s ongoing new hire onboarding program.

• Suggest improvements that will enhance the associate onboarding experience
• Utilize our learning management system to schedule orientations meetings for new hire cohorts

Talent Management:Learn about IMA’s associate lifecycle, including learning and development, performance management, and engagement.

• Analyze survey results for multiple programs and suggest action items to address low scoring questions

HR Coordination: Collaborate with key areas of Human Resources to gain insights into compensation, benefits, and the role of Human Resource Business Partners.

• Assist with administration with Human Resource Information System onboarding tasks

We’re proud of the success many of our former interns have had when they’ve pursued careers as IMA associates’ post-graduation and see our internship program as a key talent pipeline. Because of this, preference is given to students closer to graduation, who demonstrate a curiosity about future employment within our industry.

You Should Have

• Currently pursuing an Undergraduate or Graduate Degree in a program related to one of our host departments
• Students anticipated to graduate in December 2027 or Spring 2028 will be given preference
• Previous work or internship experience in a professional services or similar environment may be useful, but not required
• An entrepreneurial spirit with the ability to problem-solve, think critically, and provide creative solutions

This internship is designed as a learning and development opportunity and does not include participation in the medical, dental, and vision insurance, and any other benefits program that are provided solely to regular full-time associates. You will, however, enjoy IMA paid holidays and five days of LifeBalance PTO during your internship. The LifeBalance PTO is inclusive of vacation, sick time or personal time.

Compensation:

This position is classified as nonexempt and is paid on an hourly basis. The hourly pay range for IMA interns is 18.00 to 22.00 dollars and is determined by your expected graduating year. You will be paid for all hours worked and will be eligible for overtime in accordance with federal and state wage and hour laws.

This Job Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising this position.

This role is eligible for the following: Annual Performance Bonus, Stock Purchase, Medical Plans, Prescription Drugs, Dental, Vision, Family Assistance Program, FSA, HSA, Pre-Tax Parking Plan, 401(k), Life/AD&D, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Long Term Care, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Business Travel Accident, Identity Theft, Paid Time Off, Flexible Work Options, Paid Holidays, Sabbatical, Gift Matching, Well-Being Stipend, Personal and Professional Development. In addition to our robust benefits package, the final offer amounts will depend on a variety of factors, including the candidate’s geographic location, prior relevant experience, and their knowledge, skills, and abilities.

*These benefits do not apply to internship roles.

Why Join IMA?

We’ve built a reputation for putting our associates first

What if we told you that you could be an integral part of an entrepreneurial, expanding company, develop lasting relationships, earn competitive benefits, plus claim part ownership? It’s this unique ownership business model that makes working at IMA so appealing.

We work in teams. We sell in teams. We win and prosper as a team

We provide support systems and resources that enable each of our associates to focus on what they do best. And as an independent company based in the Midwest, we’re big enough to write business all over the world and small enough to implement your ideas quickly.

We are recognized nationally as a leader in our industry

Business Insurance Magazine – Best Places to Work in Insurance

US Insurance Awards – Community Outreach Project of the Year

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Citizen Awards – Best Corporate Steward finalist

Inc. Magazine Best Workplaces

Inc 5000 – List of Fastest Growing Companies

Alaska Journal of Commerce – Best Workplaces in Alaska

Charlotte Business Journal – Best Places to Work

Civic 50 Colorado Honoree Recognizing 50 Most Community-Minded Companies

Connecticut Top Workplaces

Dallas Business Journal – Best Places to Work

Denver Business Journal – Best Places to Work

Denver Business Journal – Fast 50

Kansas City Business Journal – Best Places to Work

Los Angeles Business Journal – Best Places to Work

Puget Sound Business Journal – Washington’s Best Workplaces

Tampa Bay Times – Best Workplaces

The Salt Lake City Tribune Top Workplaces

Utah Business – Best Places to Work

Wichita Business Journal – Best Places to Work

We’re hiring do-ers, go-getters, and the owners of tomorrow at IMA as we build the brokerage of the future.

See what it feels like to be supported by IMA on your career journey.