Who are we?

Western National Insurance Group is a private mutual insurance company with over 120 years of experience serving customers' property-and-casualty insurance needs in the Midwestern, Northwestern, and Southwestern United States. Known as “The Relationship Company®,” we define success as a measure of the relationships we have built over time. In everything that we do, we know that delivering a friendly and helpful interaction makes for a better experience for everyone involved. That is the power of “nice.” At Western National, nice is something we work to bring to every person and organization with whom we partner and serve.

Western National Mutual Insurance Company is seeking to expand its Human Resources team by adding a Human Resources Intern. Our company growth, combined with our focus on innovation, transformation, and investments in the customer experience are key drivers supporting the expansion of our team. The Human Resources Intern will provide support to a variety of projects and initiatives, while playing a key role in our day-to-day operations. 

Does this interest you?

Western National is seeking a Human Resources intern to join our team!

• Are you looking to jump start your career in the Human Resources field?
• Directly assisting the Human Resources team with a wide range of projects related to compensation, benefits, talent acquisition and more!

We ARE The Relationship Company®! We are successful because we differentiate ourselves through exceptional service and the customer experience. We are here for our policyholders and independent agents in their time of greatest need. Our super-regional footprint in the Midwest, northwest and Alaska extends our reach and expands our network. 

Western National Intern Program Summary:

Western National provides a robust internship program designed for individuals aiming to acquire valuable experience in the insurance industry. This program not only offers practical, hands-on opportunities and project work in partnership with our human resources team; but interns will also have the opportunity to enhance their existing skill sets through a range of professional development activities, cultivate relationships with employees and fellow interns, and participate in impactful volunteer initiatives within the community.

Position Summary:

As a Human Resources intern in our Internship Program, you will be a key contributor to our Human Resources team. Possible tasks that you assist with include:

• Participate in HR projects/work teams supporting organizational initiatives
• Create and distribute companywide communications
• Begin to develop a current knowledge of HR Laws and Regulations and raise any compliance concerns, assists with developing and maintaining multi state compliance tools
• Assist with maintaining a list of active job descriptions; partner with business leaders to ensure description accuracy
• Create and develop HR specific training guides and templates
• Provide support throughout the HR team including Talent Acquisition, Learning and Development, Wellbeing, and other critical areas
• Perform general clerical tasks for the department
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies, and other HR-related matters
• Other duties as assigned  

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Currently working toward a degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field 
• 3.0 or higher GPA preferred
• Clear written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong organization, time management and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously
• High degree of discretion/confidentiality
• Ability to meet deadlines, work independently, and be an effective team member
• Demonstrated ability to be detail oriented and accurate
• Ability to use good judgment and to be flexible
• Proficient use of various core systems, office and computer equipment and software packages 
• Intermediate skill level with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Proven experience working in an office environment preferred

Compensation Overview:

The base pay offered for this position will be $20.00/hour.

More About Western National Mutual Insurance Company:

Western National is a growing, A+ rated group of property/casualty insurance companies serving individuals, families, and businesses in 20 states across the Midwest and Northwest U.S., including Alaska. Some of the recognitions we have received include: 

• 2021 – 2024 Star Tribune Top Workplace
• Wards Top 50 performing Property/Casualty Insurance Company – 15 consecutive years 
• 41st largest private company by revenue in Minnesota (Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal) 
• Wellness by Design Platinum +Green Award (Hennepin County) 

Western National has long been known as “The Relationship Company®” and caring for our employees is part of that relationship commitment. We value connectiveness, empowerment, and accountability, and we believe that our employees are our biggest asset. We also offer competitive pay, robust wellbeing programs, and a healthy work-life balance; and these attributes are just some of the reasons why half of our employees have chosen to stay with us for 10 or more years. Check out our website (https://www.wnins.com/) for additional information about our company and the many reasons to work with Western National Insurance Group. 

Western National provides employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.