Human Resources Intern

First Southern National Bank • Stanford, KY

2d

About The Position

The Human Resources Intern supports the HR team across recruiting, onboarding, employee records, and employee engagement. This hands-on role offers exposure to how HR operates within a financial institution and the opportunity to contribute to real projects. It is suited to someone who is organized, communicative, and curious about people operations.

The internship program is designed to invest in emerging talent through continuous learning, financial stewardship, relationship-building, and community involvement. It includes professional opportunities such as lunch with leadership, networking, and a capstone project, as well as personal growth activities including financial literacy studies, life-skills workshops, and a service project with fellow interns. The intern will complete a summer project and present key takeaways to branch and leadership staff at the end of the internship.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a college or university, or a recent graduate, majoring in Human Resources, Business, Communication, or a related field.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional demeanor and dependability.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Support recruiting by assisting with job openings and screenings and optimizing the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Assist with new-hire onboarding by preparing welcome materials, tracking required paperwork, and coordinating orientation logistics.
• Maintain accurate employee records and update the HR information system (HRIS), ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
• Help prepare HR reports and analysis.
• Support employee engagement and recognition initiatives and assist with internal HR announcements.
• Assist with communications and event coordination for the summer intern program, including welcome emails, scheduling, and logistics for orientation and networking events.
• Complete a summer project and present key takeaways to branch and leadership staff at the end of the internship.
• Participate in developmental and professional activities designed to support learning and exposure to the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed