Intern - HR Benefits

WEC Energy Group; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Paid holidays

Job summary

WEC Energy Group is seeking a Summer 2027 Intern - HR Benefits in Milwaukee, WI. This full-time internship provides exposure to comprehensive benefits programs while working in a hybrid remote/on-site setup.

Interns will support the benefits team, gain hands-on experience in HR operations, and collaborate with staff across departments. The program emphasizes professional development and practical benefits knowledge.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a four-year degree program in Business Administration with HR focus and graduation after June 2027.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills demonstrated in academic or prior work experience.
• Familiarity with HR concepts and benefits is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Benefits team with projects and day-to-day tasks.
• Develop benefit knowledge and customer-facing communication skills.
• Support aspects of medical, prescription drug, dental, life, and retirement benefits; travel within WEC footprint may occur occasionally.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Time management

Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or HSED

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Business Administration, HR or related

Minimum GPA 2.8

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

WEC Business Services LLC, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Intern - HR Benefits in our Milwaukee, Wisconsin location. This internship is full-time during the Summer of 2027. The hourly rate for this internship is $21.30 with paid company holidays. This position offers flexibility for a hybrid work arrangement (remote/on-site) with time spent in the Milwaukee office.

About Us

WEC Energy Group is one of the nation’s largest electric generation and distribution and natural gas delivery holding companies serving 4.7 million customers across the Midwest. We are committed to providing clean, reliable, and affordable energy in an environmentally sustainable manner. Customers are the heart of our business, and we work every day to help grow and support communities where we provide vital energy services.

As a Fortune 500 company, we value and develop our employees who are making a difference in a mission that matters. We don’t just offer a job; we provide fulfilling careers where safety and well-being are paramount. Join our team and experience first‑hand our commitment to your success. We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize your hard work and dedication.

If you’re talented, energetic and ready for a career with a future, we want you on our team. We are powered by a diverse and inclusive workforce fueled by the pride in what we do. If you're driven by the passion to change lives, this is the place for you.

Job Summary

We employ students for summer and year‑round opportunities to learn the basics of Human Resources and specific benefits that WEC offers their employees and retirees. WEC Energy Group offers a vast array of benefits for students seeking hands‑on experience that are currently enrolled in a four‑year degree program in Business Administration with a focus on HR. Students work with experienced members of the benefits team.

Job Responsibilities

• Support staff on projects while developing benefit knowledge, interpersonal and communication skills
• Build working knowledge of benefits with exposure to a variety of daily tasks, and projects including but not limited to the following
  • Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Life, Time Away from Work, FMLA, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Workers Compensation, ADA, 401k and pension
• Infrequent travel required within the WEC footprint

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or HSED
• Current pursuit of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, HR or closely related discipline with a graduation date after June 2027
• Minimum GPA of 2.8

Preferred Qualifications

• Human Resources and Benefits coursework concentration
• Organizational Skills and Time Management
• Collaboration and Customer Service Skills
• Computer experience with Microsoft products

End Date: 11/15/2026

Pay Range Minimum: $21.30

Pay Range Maximum: $24.60

The pay range reflects the minimum and maximum for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. The starting salary/pay within the pay range will be based on several factors, as applicable, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, travel requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and business and organizational needs. At WEC Energy Group, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.

We reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with interviews commencing after submission for qualified candidates.

Learn more at

WEC Energy Group will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. As a result, all qualified applicants will receive equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. The Company also complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws that require it to take affirmative action.