Summer 2026 Internship - Human Resources

Description

Election Systems & Software (ES&S) is located in Omaha, Nebraska. ES&S is the nation’s leading provider of voting systems in North America.

OUR VISION: Our vision at ES&S is simple and unwavering — we provide products and services of exceptional quality and value to maintain voter confidence and enhance the voting experience.

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: This is a full-time, 12-week internship from May 18 to August 7, 2026 . Summer interns typically work from 8:00 am-5:00 pm, Monday through Friday — approximately 40 hours per week. While contributing to department initiatives, interns will also engage in educational experiences that help prepare them for workplace life.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Sophomore, Junior, or Senior undergraduate students majoring, minoring, or concentrating in Business Administration, Human Resources, Communications, Psychology, Sociology, or related fields will be considered for this internship.
 

COMPENSATION: $20 per hour 

LOCATION: On-site at our office in Omaha, Nebraska. This is not a remote opportunity.

PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATION: ES&S views the Internship Program as a professional learning opportunity. Interns will be held to the same professional standards as all full-time employees. Interns are involved in division, team, and project meetings, take on tasks that impact department goals, and learn new skills. 

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE: The HR intern will get the opportunity for on-the-job experience learning all aspects of the Human Resource function within our organization. They will get exposure to recruiting and onboarding, compliance and risk management, performance management and engagement, data analytics and management, benefits and HRIS management.
 

Skills Required:

• Strong interest in learning and self-development.
• Be a self-starter.
• Effective communication skills.
• Proficiency in commonly used business applications in a Microsoft Windows environment including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Acrobat, and Chrome.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Job Functions:

• Shadowing and Observation: Gain firsthand experience by observing various departmental roles, including phone calls, meetings, interviews, and project work.
• Research and Analysis: Conduct research and gather information on diverse projects and assignments within some of the      following focus areas:
• Employee Benefits: Assist employees with inquiries, contribute to benefit program projects (e.g., enrollment,       terminations, reconciliation), and understand related processes.
• Compensation: Learn about job analysis, description creation, market surveys, and pricing activities.
• Recruiting and Hiring: Assist with resume screening, interview scheduling, job posting, and candidate communication.
• Employee Relations, Compliance, and Employment Law: Gain knowledge of employment eligibility, confidentiality, labor law compliance/reporting, file maintenance, new hire /termination paperwork, and payroll-related issues.
• Talent Development and Employee Programs: Learn about programs that enhance employee development, performance, and productivity. Assist with company-wide engagement and wellness events.
• Human Resource Information Systems: Assist with updating and maintaining employee information in HR systems.

*This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the intern for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Election Systems & Software, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Election Systems & Software, LLC's management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs and general treatment during employment.