Intern - Human Resources

COMPANY SUMMARY

MECU is a not-for-profit financial institution committed to helping its members and community by offering high-quality financial products and services.

MECU's success in empowering our members to improve their financial well-being and live better dates back to 1936. We seek service-oriented professionals that will be champions for our members, treat everyone with respect find ways to assist our members/co-workers and help our community be a better place to live.

WE NEVER COMPROMISE THE MEMBER EXPERIENCE - our goal is to provide the absolute best member experience in all interactions and is the number one factor that we use to differentiate ourselves from our competition.

Position Summary:

The Human Resources Intern supports key human resources activities while gaining practical experience in a professional and regulated banking environment. This role offers exposure to people practices employee support and organizational processes while working closely with experienced HR professionals.

Learning and Development Opportunities:

• Exposure to human resources functions within a regulated financial institution
• Development of professional communication and workplace skills
• Experience working with structured processes systems and documentation
• Guidance and mentorship from experienced HR professionals

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide day to day administrative and project support to the Human Resources team
• Assist with recruiting and hiring activities including interview scheduling and candidate communication
• Support onboarding and orientation activities for new employees
• Maintain accurate employee records and assist with data entry in HR systems
• Prepare basic reports and summaries related to HR activity
• Support special projects related to employee engagement learning or process improvement

Professional Standards and Expectations:

• Demonstrates professionalism, ethical behavior and sound judgment
• Maintains confidentiality and compliance with organizational policies
• Represents the organization positively in all interactions
• Demonstrates willingness to accept feedback and learn

Required Qualifications:

• Cumulative GPA near or above 3.0
• Active enrollment as a rising Junior or Senior in a Bachelors degree program at an accredited college or university
• Academic focus in HR, Business Management, I/O Psychology or related field
• Relevant coursework or academic projects related to people management
• Exposure to professional or office based environments
• Housing and transportation is not provided

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous internship or part time professional experience
• Exposure to HR systems including (but not limited to) applicant tracking systems and reporting tools
• Demonstrated interest in human resources as a career
• Experience in structured or regulated environments
• Basic proficiency with office productivity tools

Competencies Required:

• Professional communication skills to include clear written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational ability
• Professional judgment and discretion when handling sensitive information
• Comfort working with basic data and summaries
• Customer service mindset and professional approach

Work Location and Physical Demands:

This position is located at Corporate Headquarters. Duration (summer, 7-12 weeks) Employees in this role may apply for a hybrid work schedule after the successful completion of 50% of the designated tenure of the internship assignment. Approval is subject to performance, department needs, and manager's discretion.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this position, the successful candidate is regularly required to sit; use hands and fingers to handle objects, tools, keyboards or controls; talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms and stoop or kneel. Must regularly lift and/or move files and equipment up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift/move up to 25 pound objects. Specific vision characteristics required by this position include close vision, adjust focus, and view a computer screen for extended periods of time.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.