Human Resources Intern - Summer 2027

Paycom; Milan (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship opportunity

Professional development

Mentorship from HR team

Job summary

Paycom in Milan, IL is seeking a motivated Human Resources Intern to join our HR team and gain hands-on experience across recruiting, onboarding, communications, records, and special projects. This paid internship runs on-site and pays $19.23 per hour, with mentorship from an experienced HR team and exposure to multiple departments.

You will help with posting jobs, interviews, orientation prep, employee engagement, HR documentation, and reporting.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in HR, Business Admin, Psychology or Communications.
• Interest in pursuing a career in human resources.
• Previous office, customer service or administrative experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with posting jobs, reviewing applications, scheduling interviews and candidate communication.
• Help prepare for new-hire orientation and onboarding.
• Support employee engagement initiatives, events and internal communications.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
• Help update job descriptions, forms, training materials and HR resources.
• Coordinate performance reviews and other employee programs.
• Prepare reports for HR projects and suggest process improvements.
• Gather information and work with leaders to understand staffing needs.
• Handle confidential information with discretion.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Ability to multitask

Independent working

Team collaboration

Education

Pursuing/Recent grad in HR/Business/Psych/Communications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

DescriptionWe are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Human Resources Intern to join our HR team at our Milan, IL headquarters. This paid internship is designed for a student or recent graduate who wants hands-on experience supporting the people and day-to-day operations of a growing business.The intern will work alongside the HR team on recruiting, onboarding, employee communications, records, and special projects. You’ll gain exposure to how HR partners with leaders and employees across our distribution, manufacturing, and office teams.If you enjoy working with people, staying organized, and finding practical ways to improve processes, we encourage you to apply.Location: On-site Milan, ILPay: $19.23/hourKey Responsibilities:Assist with posting jobs, reviewing applications, scheduling interviews, and communicating with candidatesHelp prepare for new-hire orientation and onboardingSupport employee engagement initiatives, events, and internal communicationsAssist with maintaining accurate employee records and HR documentationHelp update job descriptions, forms, training materials, and HR resourcesSupport the coordination of performance reviews and other employee programsGather information and prepare reports for HR projectsResearch HR practices and suggest improvements to existing processesWork with HR and department leaders to understand staffing and operational needsHandle employee and candidate information with discretionPerform additional HR-related duties as assignedQualifications:Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Communications, or a related fieldInterest in pursuing a career in human resourcesPrevious office, customer service, or administrative experience preferred but not requiredKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Strong written and verbal communication skillsExcellent organization and attention to detailAbility to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlinesComfortable using Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and ExcelAbility to learn new systems and processes quicklySound judgment when handling confidential informationProfessional, approachable, and dependableAbility to work independently and collaborate with employees and leaders across departmentsInterest in learning about recruiting, employee relations, compliance, and HR operationsWhy This Role:Hands-on experience with a broad range of HR responsibilitiesExposure to both office and operational work environmentsOpportunities to contribute to projects with a direct impact on employeesMentorship and guidance from an experienced HR teamStrong foundation for a future career in human resourcesPotential pathway to part-time or full-time employment based on business needs and performanceBenefits:Paid internship opportunityProfessional development and mentorshipPractical experience across multiple areas of HRNetworking opportunities with leaders and teams throughout the company