Human Resources Intern

About The Clearing House: The Clearing House (TCH) is a banking association and payments company that is owned by the largest commercial banks in the United States. TCH owns and operates the core payments system infrastructure in the US and is currently working to modernize that infrastructure by launching a new, ubiquitous, real-time payment system. TCH is the only private-sector ACH and wire operator in the US, clearing and settling nearly $2 trillion in US dollar payments each day, representing half of all commercial ACH and wire volume. TCH has provided critical services to the banking industry since 1853, and today, our core products facilitate services including Direct Deposit of payroll, bill payments, and check image exchange.

About TCH Human Resources Summer Internship Program: TCH Human Resources Summer Internship Program is a 10-week experience for rising college juniors and seniors interested in the field of Human Resources management. Interns will be in Winston-Salem, NC. Over the course of the 10-week program, interns will have the opportunity to work on recruitment, data analysis, process management, and serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries regarding timecards and policies. While working within one of our core Human Resources Office departments, each intern is assigned a hands-on project, which culminates in a presentation to the Chief Operating Office senior leadership team.

Qualifications Required:

Currently enrolled, rising junior or senior, pursuing a bachelor’s degree in human resources management, personnel administration, business administration or a related area

Strong technical and PC skills (MS Office applications)

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative environment

Demonstrated effective communication skills – both written and verbal

Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion

Functional Skills Required:

Ability to learn quickly and apply new concepts

Flexibility in adapting to various assignments and supporting team goals

Strong written and verbal communications skills

Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas

Ready to apply classroom learning to a real-world environment

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Intern Program support

Create 2026 Intern Program presentation

Primary support for Intern timecard and payroll processing

Manage 2026 program Exit Interview Survey

General HR support

The HR intern may be asked to support other functional areas not listed below.

Data Analysis

Process documentation and process management

Filing system maintenance

Assist with Onboarding and Offboarding actions

Workday HCM support

Recruiting

Shadow recruiters to learn TCH processes including job requisition creation and maintenance, recruitment strategies and effective communication with TCH managers.

May be asked to lead recruitment for active requisitions depending on company need

Physical demands and work environment: Work is generally sedentary in nature. The working environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available.

Employees in this position will report to the office 3 days per week. Onsite work requirements may change at any time.