Human Resources Intern

About the role

Why Join GEICO? At GEICO, we offer a rewarding career where your ambitions are met with endless possibilities.   Every day we honor our iconic brand by offering quality coverage to millions of customers and being there when they need us most. We thrive on relentless innovation to exceed our customers' expectations while making a real impact on local communities nationwide.   Founded in 1936, GEICO is a member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies and one of the largest auto insurers in the United States. When you join our company, we want you to feel valued, supported, and proud to work here. That's why we offer the GEICO Pledge: Great Company, Great Culture, Great Rewards, and Great Careers. Your Impact at GEICO   Our people are our greatest asset and investing in attracting, developing, and retaining talent is our top priority. Working in Human Resources is more than payroll and benefits; we have programs to recruit and train our talent as well as help them build fulfilling, rewarding careers. We are constantly adding new initiatives to engage employees and empower them to develop new skills. Joining our community means impacting millions of people and making sure we have the right talent to innovate for the future.    GEICO’s People Organization is looking for bright and driven future leaders to join our Human Resources Summer Internship. You will gain hands-on experience on high-performing teams within our People Organization, such as Learning & Leadership Development, Compensation & Benefits, Diversity & Inclusion, Associate Engagement, and Talent Acquisition. Find real opportunities to apply the skills that you are learning in college and potentially secure a full-time role in our HR Development Program upon graduation!    GEICO’s summer internship will run from June 7, 2027, through August 13, 2027.     How  You’ll  Make a Difference   Strategic Projects:     Contribute to strategic projects within your 10-weeks that drive GEICO’s Associate Value Proposition which is comprised of four areas: Great Company, Great Culture, Great Rewards, and Great Careers    Human Resources Exposure:    Exposure to multiple disciplines within Human Resources through hands-on experience on high-performing teams, strategic project work, and leadership sessions    Business Acumen:    Foundational business acumen to better serve internal customers, learning what makes GEICO one of the largest auto insurers in the U.S. and the choice of more than 15 million customers     Professional Development:    Peer and senior leader mentorship, guiding your professional development along the way    Dedicated professional development and social events, fostering a community within your intern cohort and the broader People Organization and accelerating your career through exposure to senior leaders    Development in your project management, decision making, and communication skills within a specific area of the people group    ​ What  We’re  Looking For   Experience & Qualifications:    Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Business, HR, Management, Education, Leadership Development, Business Analytics, Humanities, Communications or other relevant major, with expected graduation of May 202 8   Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (Please upload ALL transcripts as part of the application process)    Demonstrated interest in Business or HR field through pursuing SHRM certification, engaging in relevant student or business organizations, or other form of engagement in field    Must live within commutable distance from our Bethesda, MD office and work a hybrid schedule with both remote and in-office workdays   ​ Core Skills:    Passionate about a career in creating a workplace where associates feel valued, respected and supported in their careers    You have a winning mindset, driven by performance excellence and bias for action     Demonstrated leader and inspirational change agent    Exceptional communicator, collaborative, and analytical thinker inspiring trust and influence    Ambitious, curious with a desire for continuous learning   Prior leadership experience demonstrating conflict resolution, data-driven decision making, and/or motivating a group towards a common goal   Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills    Effective time management, attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills    ​ Preferred Skills:   Previous internship experience in HR or related field preferred     Annual Salary $26.46 - $41.21 The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.   At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position. The GEICO Pledge: Great Company:  Protecting customers through life’s twists and turns with innovation and integrity. Great Careers:   Personalized development programs, mentorship, and certification assistance. Great Culture:   Inclusive and collaborative culture rooted in shared success. Great Rewards:   Competitive pay, benefits, and flexibility to support your well-being and future.   The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.   GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.