Human Resources Intern - Summer 2027

At Nicolet National Bank, our culture is based on the principles of community banking, putting the needs of our customers at the forefront of our decision-making. Our Core Values drive everything we do, and we are committed to serving our customers with excellence. We believe that every job in our organization is critical to our success, and we are dedicated to creating a work environment where our employees feel valued, respected, and supported. With locations in Wisconsin, Michigan, Minnesota, Iowa, and Florida we are proud to service our local communities and make a positive impact on the lives of our customers. At Nicolet National Bank, we believe that our people are our most valuable asset, and we are committed to investing in their growth and development.

The Human Resources Intern is responsible for developing a broad understanding of all Human Resources functions including general Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, Payroll & Benefits, and Learning & Development. This position will support current and potential Nicolet Bank employees.

As a Human Resources Intern, you will:

Human Resources:

• Ensure the efficient and successful on-boarding and off-boarding of employees, including launching workflows to ensure communication between departments. 
• Act as first point of contact for managers and employees to resolve disciplinary and other performance related issues. 
• Perform at a highly professional level using discretion and effective communication skills as it pertains to employee and manager situations. 
• Develop and maintain positive and effective working relationships with Nicolet Bank directors, managers, and staff. 

Talent Acquisition:

• Work with hiring managers to assess staffing needs and to ensure complete understanding of the requirements and expectations of the position to be filled.
• Review and update job descriptions for posting, as may be necessary.
• Source and recruit candidates effectively using a variety of outlets (e.g., social media, job boards, job fairs, on-campus interviews, internal and external referral networks).  
• Conduct full-cycle recruitment process including resume screening, candidate phone screens/virtual interviews, make recommendations to hiring managers, coordinate on-site interviews with hiring manager, prepare and send offer letters.
• Maintain the applicant tracking system.

Benefits & Payroll:

• Support off-boarding of employees, including termination workflows, termination letters, and associated paperwork.
• Coordinate benefit enrollments, changes, and terminations.
• Process assigned payroll-related HRIS transactions, including new hires, status changes, terminations, and other payroll-impacting changes.

Learning & Development:

• Assist with the coordination and administration of employee learning programs, including scheduling, communications, training materials, and participant tracking.
• Support maintenance of learning records and resources within the Learning Management System (LMS), including course updates, learner assignments, and data accuracy reviews.
• Compile and analyze training participation, completion, and feedback data; assist in preparing reports, dashboards, and presentations for HR and business leaders.

General:

• Uphold Nicolet’s philosophy and policies by maintaining appropriate controls to ensure full compliance with applicable laws and regulations, thereby fulfilling legal responsibilities and enhancing the quality of services provided by Nicolet.
• Understand and communicate the value of diversity within the workplace and to work successfully with others without regard to age, gender, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, culture, religion, disability status, socioeconomic status or other non-job-related classification, including a commitment to Nicolet’s policies on equal employment opportunities and non-discrimination with a willingness to pursue efforts of inclusion and respect toward different perspectives.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business, or related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and Paycor preferred.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively promote Nicolet as an employer of choice.
• In-depth knowledge of banking positions.
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking and prioritizing skills.
• Self-motivated and resourceful.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required for the position.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled