Human Resources Intern
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About this role
Learn from an experienced, professional team of community-based mentors. Mercantile Bank is seeking an HR Intern based in Grand Rapids, MI. This internship provides hands-on experience across core Human Resources functions and offers the valuable exposure to a professional banking and HR environment.
Core Responsibilities:
- Support recruiting and onboarding efforts by reviewing applications, assisting with background checks, and helping welcome new hires on their first day
- Gain exposure to benefits and wellness programs by helping research vendors and review program information
- Partner with HR Business Partners to draft and update job descriptions and help keep HR documents organized
- Assist with employee engagement activities and internal events
Why Mercantile Bank?
Mercantile Bank was founded by entrepreneurs who believed building strong relationships and communities is accomplished through collaboration and innovation. It's more than being a financial institution, it's being a trusted ally and community partner. As Michigan's largest community bank, our roots are deeply embedded in the diverse communities we serve. Our commitment to our customers and community is at the core of all we do.
This position earns competitive starting pay with many career paths and advancement opportunities. We have beautiful workspaces with sit-to-stand desks, open spaces to collaborate with others, and close mentors.
A Look into Your Day
As an HR Intern, you will work closely with the Human Resources team in a professional office environment. During your first several weeks, you will focus on building relationships across the organization, learning the fundamentals of the HR function, and becoming familiar with key systems, processes, and workflows that support the team's work.
Throughout the internship, you will support the HR team with recruitment and onboarding activities, including managing onboarding checklists, initiating background and credit checks, and participating in new hire orientation sessions. You will also monitor the applicant tracking system, pre-screen candidates, recommend applicants for open roles, send applicant response emails, and occasionally take part in interviews while providing candidate feedback.
You will draft, edit, and maintain job descriptions across the organization, partnering with HR Business Partners to ensure roles are accurate, compliant, and reflective of current responsibilities. In addition, you will coordinate the organization of HR documentation, contribute to audit and compliance activities, and create and track DocuSign forms.
Your role will also include contributing to employee engagement and learning programs by supporting event coordination, preparing materials, and participating in event setup and teardown. You will also play a role in benefits and wellness initiatives by conducting vendor research, reviewing proposals, and supporting evaluations for wellness and Employee Assistance Program offerings.
While you will be the only HR Intern, you are encouraged to connect and network with other interns across the organization and participate in intern events and community activities. Throughout your internship, you will have regular coaching sessions with your manager, exposure to different areas of the organization, and opportunities to build a strong professional network.
What We're Looking For
- Working toward a bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field
- Minimum college GPA of 3.2
Preferred Qualifications:
- College GPA of 3.5 or higher
- Coursework or prior experience related to Human Resources
- Previous internship or professional office experience
- Desire to pursue a career in Human Resources
Work Schedule