Human Resources Intern; Summer

Position: Human Resources Intern (Summer 2026)
Description

As a leading provider of annuities, Mass Mutual Ascend is committed to taking financial futures above and beyond. This means offering innovative products that fit our customers' unique needs - whether it's protecting their hard-earned savings, receiving guaranteed income or providing for loved ones. Mass Mutual Ascend is proud to offer customers a level of strength and stability they can count on for years to come.

The Opportunity

The Mass Mutual Ascend Human Resources team is a group of dedicated HR professionals who share a common vision to create a workplace of choice where innovative and exceptional people thrive together. As a Human Resources Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in human resources practices, including talent acquisition, HR programs, employee engagement initiatives, and more. An internship at Mass Mutual Ascend means you'll contribute to our mission of taking financial futures above and beyond - and you'll be inspired to reach your own goals, too.

We offer flexible work arrangements with defined days in our downtown Cincinnati office and working remotely from home.

Job Responsibilities

* Support various tasks and projects that involve different aspects of human resources.

* Assist in the administration of HR programs.

* Review, update, and improve onboarding/new hire procedures.

* Support HR and management employee engagement related initiatives.

* Develop and update documentation for HR templates, policies, programs, and procedures.

* Assist in the administration of talent management activities.

* Coordinate interviews, prepare talent acquisition reports, and support various recruiting tasks.

* Review and audit data reports.

* Partner with management, subject matter experts, and other team members to support the human resources department.

* Maintain accurate employee records in HRIS system.

* Assist with HR administrative duties and support tasks as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

* High school diploma or equivalent.

* Entering at least 2nd year of higher education pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

* Able to work at least 32 hours per week during normal business hours, but we can offer up to full time hours.

* Proficient in Microsoft Office products such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.

* Excellent administrative, organizational, and communication skills.

* Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.

* Willingness to learn, take initiative, drive projects forward, and ask questions.

What to Expect

As an intern, you'll have the opportunity to connect with other interns, managers and leaders at Mass Mutual Ascend while gaining hands-on experience in your area of focus.

* Focused one-on-one meetings with your manager.

* Ongoing opportunities for development and learning.

* Working in a fast-paced environment with available flexible work schedules.

* A place to grow your career in a culture that inspires, rewards and develops employees.

* Small company feel with a focus on meeting customer's needs today and also well into the future.

* Propose your own ideas on projects.

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Why Join Us.

At Mass Mutual Ascend, our collaborative culture is key to our success. It's the reason we're a leading provider of annuities today, and it's the reason we'll continue rising to the top tomorrow. A career at Mass Mutual Ascend means you'll contribute to our mission of taking financial futures above and beyond - and you'll be inspired to reach your own goals, too.

As a wholly owned subsidiary of Mass Mutual, Mass Mutual Ascend continues to be an employer of choice in the Cincinnati, Ohio community.

Mass Mutual Ascend Life Insurance Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply.

At Mass Mutual Ascend we focus on ensuring fair, equitable pay by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees. Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component. For more information about our extensive benefits offerings please check out our Total Rewards at a Glance..