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HR Intern

Ryan SpecialtyChicago, Illinois

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Job Description

Position Summary

This intern position will support the Human Resources (HR) function with day-to-day administrative support and entry-level HR work to help drive efficiency and provide exceptional client service. This position will have the opportunity to work across multiple HR areas and will be an important part of supporting our company’s day-to-day HR needs.

What will your job entail?

Job Responsibilities:

  • Maintain I-9’s.
  • Maintain employment files (active and terminated) to ensure all necessary documents are included and records accuracy.
  • Administrative tasks like filing, copying, preparing documents, updating materials/presentations.
  • Process post- Employment Background checks.
  • Respond to verifications of employment.
  • Order company credit cards.
  • Assist with employee events and activities (Holiday Party, Employee Recognition, Wellness, etc.).
  • Assist with merger and acquisition activities.
  • Assist with special HR projects.
  • Other relevant duties as assigned.

Education:

  • In process of obtaining an Associate's or Bachelor's degree.
  • Studying HR or any related field, including Business, Psychology, etc.
  • Preferred: Students who will be graduating in May 2026, December 2026, May 2027, or December 2027.

Work Experience (Preferred, but not required):

  • Experience working within an HR department, including the use of an HRIS (Human Resources Information System).

Preferred Technical/Functional Skills:

  • Recruitment Coordination
  • Payroll Processing
  • Policy and Document Creation
  • Personnel Documentation
  • Onboarding Support
  • Meeting Coordination
  • Compliance Awareness
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, & Excel

Desired Behavioral Skills:

  • Eager to learn
  • Organized
  • Communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Adaptability
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Professionalism
  • Presentation skills
  • Teamwork
  • Proven track record of being a team player

Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce throughout the organization. Our vision is an inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees are valued for and evaluated on their performance and contributions. Differences in race, creed, color, religious beliefs, physical or mental capabilities, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and many other characteristics bring together varied perspectives and add value to the service we provide our clients, trading partners, and communities. This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, firing, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms, conditions, and benefits of employment.

How We Support Our Teammates

Ryan Specialty seeks to offer our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that helps them — and their family members — achieve their physical, financial, and emotional well-being goals. In addition to paid time off for company holidays, vacation, sick and personal days, Ryan offers paid parental leave, mental health services and more.

The target hourly rate range for this position is - per hour.

The wage range for this role considers many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, licensure and certification, business needs, and market demands. The pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Full-time roles are eligible for bonuses and benefits. For additional information on Ryan Specialty Total Rewards, visit our website https://benefits.ryansg.com/.

We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation at HR@Ryansg.com

The above is intended to describe this job's general requirements. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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