HR Summer Intern 2026 at The Scion Group in Chicago, IL

Summary: The Scion Group is a company seeking a motivated Human Resources Intern to support various HR functions. The intern will assist with pre-hire activities, onboarding, compliance documentation, and employee engagement initiatives while gaining hands-on experience in a corporate environment. Responsibilities: - Assist with pre-hire and onboarding activities across the portfolio, gaining exposure to the full hiring lifecycle - Support the preparation of offer letters, background checks, and drug screen scheduling; help track progress and communicate updates to hiring managers under supervision - Serve as a first-line support resource by directing corporate and property staff HR questions to the appropriate team members - Learn and develop a working knowledge of UKG Pro, Greenhouse Recruiting, and Greenhouse Onboarding, by assisting with new hire onboarding, benefits administration, and employee data changes - Gain foundational knowledge of employment laws and HR & TA compliance through training, shadowing, and guided application in daily tasks - Help update and maintain staffing changes in UKG Pro and internal HR & TA tracking tools, ensuring accurate records and timely communication - Build interpersonal and professional communication skills while collaborating with team members and supporting HR initiatives - Coordinate with multiple departments to help resolve employee-related questions and support positive workplace operations - Assist with maintaining electronic personnel files to support organization and compliance standards - Support the handling, tracking, and follow‑up of HR & TA mail and correspondence - Help compile and update reports related to HR & TA activity and ongoing projects - Contribute ideas and observe best practices related to HR & TA processes, policies, training, and operational efficiencies - Develop strong working relationships across departments while learning how HR & TA partners with the broader organization Required Qualifications: - Experience using Microsoft Office suite - Maintains discretion and confidentiality with sensitive business and personal information - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Strong organizational and problem-solving skills Required Skills: Microsoft Office, UKG Pro, Greenhouse Recruiting, Greenhouse Onboarding, Employment laws, HR compliance, TA compliance, Customer service mindset Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer