HR Operations Specialist Intern

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and internationally, with employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.

About the role

CHS is seeking a Human Resources Operations Intern to support the HR Shared Services team in providing timely, customer-focused HR support while gaining hands-on experience in HR operations. This role will assist with employee and manager inquiries, HR data and system maintenance, process documentation, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives. The intern will work within established procedures and guidance, escalating questions or issues to the appropriate team members as needed. The anticipated duration for this internship is September–December.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely support for employee and manager inquiries received by the HRC, ensuring clear and courteous communication.
• Assist with case management and administrative activities in ServiceNow, following established processes and service level expectations.
• Support onboarding activities, including monitoring pre-employment cases, start dates, and required screenings.
• Communicate with candidates and hiring teams to gather information, support next steps, and address onboarding delays or risks.
• Assist with HR data maintenance, quality checks, and reporting, while protecting confidential employee information.
• Support HR systems documentation and updates, identifying and escalating data or system discrepancies.
• Help document HR processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, standardization, and the overall employee experience.
• Provide project and administrative support for HR Operations initiatives, contributing ideas from an intern perspective.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Leadership, or a related field.

Qualifications

• Previous internship, customer service, administrative, or HR experience preferred.
• Coursework or exposure to HR operations, HRIS, analytics, or process improvement is a plus.
• Basic analytical skills with comfort using spreadsheets, data, and systems such as Excel, ServiceNow, or SuccessFactors.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills with a customer service mindset.
• Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while learning new technology and HR systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook and Excel.

Benefits

CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives, and commissions.

• If eligibility requirements are met, you may participate in 401(k).

Pay

Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors, which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, and minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.