Human Resource Intern

Human Resource Intern 

GEICO’s summer internship will run from June 8, 2026, through August 14, 2026. 

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! 

During your paid 10-week summer internship, you will experience and gain: 

• 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 

• Exposure to multiple disciplines within Human Resources through hands-on experience on high-performing teams, strategic project work, and leadership sessions 

• 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 

• 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 with the people group 

Who you are: 

• You are 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 

Candidate Qualifications & Skills: 

• 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 between December 2026 and May 2027 

• 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 

• Previous internship experience in HR or related field preferred 

• 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 

• Must live within commutable distance from our Chevy Chase, MD office and work a hybrid schedule with both remote and in-office workdays