Morningstar Internship Program – People & Culture Intern 2027 (Campus)

Morningstar; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Health benefits

Paid Sabbatical Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Job summary

Morningstar’s People & Culture Internship is designed for students entering their final year who want hands‑on experience in HR operations and a mission‑driven culture. You’ll join a cohort, participate in training, mentorship, and cross‑functional projects while gaining exposure to multiple HR domains at Morningstar in Chicago.

This ten‑week internship emphasizes collaboration, discretion, and analytical problem‑solving as you support internal processes, documentation, and partner initiatives

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in your second or third year of study.
• Strong interest in Human Resources and organizational development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical mindset and problem‑solving ability.
• Demonstrated leadership or involvement in campus organizations or previous internship experience is a plus.
• High level of discretion when handling sensitive information.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Support HR operations and service delivery by improving internal processes and documentation.
• Assist with analytics, process improvement, program development, and internal communications projects.
• Collaborate with HR team members and business partners to support organizational initiatives.

Skills

HR interest

Communication

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Discretion

Independent work

Collaboration

Education

Pursuing Bachelor’s degree (2nd/3rd year)

Job description

About the Group

Morningstar’s Internship Program is designed to provide students with hands‑on experience, professional development, and exposure to our mission‑driven culture. As a People & Culture Intern, you’ll be part of a cohort of interns across the company, participating in training, mentorship, and networking opportunities while contributing meaningfully to our HR operations. We welcome students from all majors and backgrounds who are curious, collaborative, and passionate about making an impact. This internship is ideal for those interested in exploring a career in Human Resources and gaining exposure to multiple HR domains.

The Program

We created the Morningstar Summer Internship Program for college students entering their final year as a first step towards successful, long‑term careers in any professional field. Participants will contribute to different aspects of Morningstar’s business through ten-week- individual and group projects, learning about the financial services and securities industries, and gaining critical business development skills. Our interns receive hands‑on mentoring from their colleagues and the People & Culture team to help them succeed at Morningstar.

Job Responsibilities

• Support HR operations and service delivery by improving internal processes and documentation.
• Assist with projects related to analytics, process improvement, program development, and internal communications.
• Collaborate with HR team members and business partners to support organizational initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Between 0-2 years of professional work experience.
• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree (in your second or third year of study).
• Strong interest in Human Resources and organizational development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• High level of discretion when handling sensitive information.
• Analytical mindset and problem‑solving ability.
• Demonstrated leadership or involvement in campus organizations or previous internship experience is a plus.

Must possess unrestricted right to work in the U.S. in this position

Location

Chicago

Compensation

$25 per hour

This role will be posted until October 5.

Compensation And Benefits

At Morningstar we believe people are at their best when they are at their healthiest. That’s why we champion your wellness through a wide range of programs that support all stages of your personal and professional life. Here are some examples of the offerings we provide:

• Financial Health
  • 100% 401k match up to 6% of salary
  • Stock Ownership Potential
  • Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission
• Physical Health
  • Comprehensive health benefits (medical/dental/vision) including potential premium discounts and company-provided HSA contributions (up to $500-$2,000 annually) for specific plans and coverages
  • Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annual
  • Company-provided long- and short-term disability insurance
• Emotional Health
  • Trust-Based Time Off
  • 6-week Paid Sabbatical Program
  • 6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave
  • Competitive 8-24 Week Paid Parental Leave
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Leadership Coaching & Formal Mentorship Opportunities
  • Annual Flex Stipend - $1000 annually to cover personal education & well-being expenses
  • Tuition Reimbursement
• Social Health
  • Charitable Matching Gifts program
  • Dollars for Doers volunteer program
  • Paid volunteering days
  • 15+ Employee Resource & Affinity Groups

Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in-person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in‑office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.