Human Resources Intern

Description

About the Position Warner Norcross + Judd is seeking a temporary Human Resources Intern to support our Human Resources team. This internship offers hands-on exposure to HR operations within a professional services environment and is ideal for a motivated student who is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to learn. The role is well-suited for someone who enjoys working with data, supporting people-focused initiatives, and contributing to a collaborative team culture.

About the Opportunity Responsibilities:

- Assist the Human Resources team with day-to-day tasks and special projects, providing support across a variety of HR functions

- Support a wide range of Human Resources functions, including but not limited to benefits, compensation, talent acquisition, onboarding, performance management

- Assist with and gain exposure to talent acquisition and onboarding practices and processes

- Scan, file, and organize HR documentation in both electronic and paper formats to ensure records are accurate and up to date

- Support audits of HR records, including I-9 audits and reviews of personnel files, while maintaining confidentiality

- Provide general support within our HRIS system ExponentHR, including data review, updates, and assistance with HR system-related tasks

- Work with HR team on compliance-related projects, including EEO-1 reporting and internal audits

- Help assemble materials and documentation for HR initiatives, meetings, and presentations

- Support employee engagement initiatives and internal communications as needed

- Assist with additional HR projects and provide general support to the team as needed

- Collaborate with team members to support overall HR department operations while handling sensitive information with discretion

The above list is not intended to be all inclusive but provides a general framework for the position. Other related responsibilities will arise from time to time and be assigned to department members.

The physical demands of this potion are representative of those that must be met by an employee in order to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. These include being both mobile and stationary throughout the workday, having the ability to transport 25 pounds and being able to operate a computer and other business equipment found in the office.

Program Details

- Internship Duration: June 1, 2026 – August 7, 2026

- Cover Letters: Address to Julia Fish, HR Assistant

About You

Competencies:

- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

- Clear written and verbal communication skills

- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

- Willingness to ask questions, seek clarification, and check in regularly

- Strong follow-through and openness to contributing where needed

- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion

Minimum Qualifications

- Education: High school graduate currently enrolled in a college program

- - Preferred majors: Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, Psychology, or related field

- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with HR systems (such as Exponent) is a plus but not required

- Transportation: Reliable transportation required

About Warner

Warner is a full-service corporate law firm with 230+ attorneys practicing in nine offices throughout Michigan: Bloomfield Hills, Detroit, Grand Rapids, Holland, Kalamazoo, Lansing, Macomb, Midland and Muskegon. To learn more, visit www.wnj.com, follow us on X @WNJLLP or connect on LinkedIn or Facebook.

About Our Culture Warner’s cultural motto is “Fun, Pride + Profit...in that Order”. We build A Better Partnership through:

- Lockstep Compensation – Our compensation model encourages teamwork and distinguishes us from our competitors. Partner and associate salaries are set based upon seniority, not total hours worked, encouraging client legal projects to be routed to the most knowledgeable person in the Firm. Our team approach to compensation yields better legal representation for our clients and lays the foundation for a fun culture without internal financial competition. We have a team atmosphere where people like working together and supporting each other.

- Diversity – At Warner, we take an “all in” approach to DEI – engaging people at all levels of the Firm to lead and participate on DEI committees and initiatives. This ensures a broad base of support from team members truly invested in leading the charge. It’s because of their time and efforts we are as successful as we are – and that success radiates throughout the whole firm. Our DEI work has become not only the right thing to do, but more importantly, what our people want to do.

- Careers – Our culture of balanced personal and professional lifestyle allows us to maintain a 94% attorney retention rate. Attorneys throughout Michigan, the region and beyond are choosing Warner as their forever home – and because of our dedicated focus on living balanced lives, our attorneys’ families are fully supporting these important decisions.

- Community – Warner’s time-honored community engagement initiatives include financial contributions to 150+ nonprofits, scholarships and paid time off for all firm members to engage in community initiatives that are meaningful to them.

Closing Statement

Warner hires top talent at every point in our organization. We are seeking dedicated professionals with diverse backgrounds who strive to support the Firm and its goals. Our collegial culture attracts people with diverse skills and backgrounds who are dedicated to teamwork and client service.