Summer 2027 Human Resources Internship

Huntington Bancshares, Inc.; Akron, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Huntington Bancshares, Inc. is offering a Human Resources internship designed to give students hands-on experience across Talent Acquisition, People Analytics, and HR Business Partner areas.

The program emphasizes growth, professional development, and exposure to senior leadership while contributing to meaningful HR initiatives. Successful candidates are curious, collaborative, and eager to learn about careers in Human Resources, with opportunities to engage in a range of development sessions

Qualifications

• High School graduate and enrolled in an undergrad/grad program.
• Demonstrated teamwork and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with your manager on HR projects.
• Support organization and department initiatives.
• Provide recommendations to improve the department.
• Work both independently and within a team.
• Exhibit a professional demeanor and communication skills.
• Participate in all Huntington internship events.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Independent work

Education

High School diploma

Undergraduate/Graduate student

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Summary:

Huntington’s internship programs provide emerging talent with meaningful, hands‑on experience aligned to their area of study. Over the course of the interns’ time at Huntington, they gain exposure to key business functions across all segments of the organization. An intern’s experience should be focused on professional growth, skill development, and practical application of academic learning. Interns participate in a structured series of development opportunities, including interactions with senior leadership and career pathing insights. The experience also includes immersion in Huntington’s award‑winning culture through community involvement and team‑based activities. Internships at Huntington are designed to help students build a strong foundation for future career success while contributing to meaningful business initiatives.

Internship Opportunities at Huntington:

Huntington offers internship opportunities for students who are currently enrolled in an academic program and seeking practical, hands‑on experience in their field of study. Internships take place during a defined period of time and are available across all business segments.

• Rising juniors (Winter 2028 or Spring 2029 grads) may participate in Huntington's Foundations Program, an 8-week, regionally focused experience where students partner directly with a manager and team, contribute to meaningful projects, build professional skills, and explore career opportunities across Huntington and the financial services industry.
• Rising seniors (Winter 2027 or Spring 2028 grads) may participate in the Enterprise Internship Program, an 11-week, role‑aligned experience where students work directly with a manager and team on meaningful business initiatives. In addition to hands‑on project work, participants gain exposure to executive leadership, participate in Huntington's innovation project, and build connections that may lead to future full‑time opportunities.

All interns participate in a variety of developmental and professional activities designed to support learning and exposure to the organization. Depending on your school year, program components may include:

• Experience in day‑to‑day responsibilities related to their assigned team
• Exposure to broader business functions
• A structured schedule of professional development sessions
• Opportunities to engage with members of the Executive Leadership Team
• Discussions with senior leaders regarding career paths and Huntington’s business areas
• A team project focused on applying Huntington’s innovation framework to a business‑relevant problem
• Participation in volunteer activities and internal events aligned with Huntington’s culture

Human Resources Internship Overview

Within the Human Resources Segment, interns gain exposure to a wide variety of areas within the business. Students partner directly with professionals within their area of focus to contribute to meaningful projects and initiatives while developing knowledge of specific Human Resources area of expertise. Opportunities for rising seniors are available within the Talent Acquisition, People Analytics, and HR Business Partner areas. Opportunities for a rising junior are available within the Talent Management space.

Successful candidates are curious, collaborative, and interested in learning more about careers in Human Resources.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Collaborate directly with your manager
• Support organization and department initiatives
• Provide recommendations to improve your department
• Work both independently and within a team
• Exhibit a professional, business‑like demeanor
• Exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills
• Aptitude - proficiency with computer software, particularly the Microsoft Office Suite
• Take initiative to achieve personal career goals
• Participate in all HNB internship events
• Energy, enthusiasm, and passion for Huntington!

Basic Qualifications:

• High School graduate
• Enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate accredited University with at least one quarter/semester of school after the completion of the summer program.
• Demonstrated teamwork and leadership through extracurricular activities and/or work experience
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and relationship building skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office® applications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Course(s) of study applicable to the area of business
• Ability to maintain professional composure in a dynamic work environment that often requires management and completion of multiple tasks
• Demonstrate sound judgment and ability to apply logical/critical thought processes when developing solutions
• Ability to display a positive business presence with management and external personnel
• A strong interest in Banking as a career
• Relevant Majors: Human Capital Management, Human Resources, Psychology, general business degrees. Data degrees in the People Analytics space.
• Preferred Skills & Interests: Interest in general human resources, talent, and people analytics.

Exempt Status: (Yes = not eligible for overtime pay) (No = eligible for overtime pay)

Workplace Type: Office

Our Approach to Office Workplace Type

Certain positions outside our branch network may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement. We’re combining the best of both worlds: in‑office and work from home. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. Remote roles will also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for moments that matter. Specific work arrangements will be provided by the hiring team.

Huntington will not sponsor applicants for this position for immigration benefits, including but not limited to assisting with obtaining work permission for F-1 students, H-1B professionals, O-1 workers, TN workers, E-3 workers, among other immigration statuses. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.

Compensation Range:

$21.00 - $25.00 Hourly

The compensation range represents the low and high end of the base compensation range for this position. Colleagues in Intern positions are eligible for paid holidays and Huntington’s retirement savings plan.

Huntington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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