Human Resources Intern - Summer 2027

Be Proud, Be YOU, Be Independent!

Are you interested in exploring your potential and growing from real-world experience? If so, we are looking for goal-oriented, disciplined, and eager-to-learn individuals to be a part of our 2027 Internship Program.

At Independent Bank, we promote a culture that encourages professional growth and embraces the collective sum of your individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities, and talent.

We value diversity of thought, ideas, and background.

Our inclusive and collaborative culture helps us find the best solutions to meet the needs of our clients and company.

As a Human Resources Intern, you will support enterprise-wide Human Resources priorities and gain broad exposure to the work of the HR leadership team.

This internship provides meaningful project experience across areas such as Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Total Rewards, and Employee Experience.

You will build practical HR skills through research, analysis, communication, project coordination, and collaboration with leaders across the organization.

This full-time summer internship will sit at our Downtown Grand Rapids office and provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working alongside HR professionals and business leaders.

You will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects and learn more about the Human Resources function and the banking industry.

Why You Should Apply:


* Earn a competitive hourly wage.


* Full-time opportunity for the summer.


* Receive development and mentoring from leaders of Independent Bank.


* Gain exposure to a broad range of Human Resources functions and initiatives.


* Collaborate with HR team members and business leaders across the organization.


* Participate in a joint intern project and present your group's recommendations to Independent Bank's executive leadership team.


* Build practical skills in research, analysis, communication, project coordination, and problem-solving.


* Assist with other departments and teams as needed.

What You Will Do:


* Support HR strategic initiatives led by the CHRO, including projects related to organizational effectiveness, employee experience, leadership development, workforce planning, culture, and communications.


* Conduct research, organize findings, and prepare clear summaries, presentations, and other materials to support HR recommendations and leadership decision-making.


* Assist with project planning, meeting coordination, follow-up tracking, and documentation for cross-functional HR initiatives.


* Partner with HR team members on defined projects in areas such as talent acquisition, onboarding, learning and development, total rewards, HR systems, employee engagement, and policy administration.


* Help analyze HR data and trends, including headcount, turnover, compensation, recruiting, benefits, training, and employee fee...