HR Ignite Internship

Job Description

About Company

Selective is a midsized U.S. domestic property and casualty insurance company with a nearly 100-year history of strong, consistent financial performance. The company is recognized as both a leading insurance group and an employer of choice, evidenced by its listing in Forbes Best Midsize Employers in 2025 and certification as a Great Place to Work® in 2025 for the sixth consecutive year.

At Selective, the culture emphasizes “employing uniqueness” and empowering employees to “Be Uniquely You,” encouraging them to contribute their true, diverse talents, experiences, and perspectives to shared success. The company is a high-performing team dedicated to responsibly serving customers by helping to mitigate loss, keep them safe, and restore their lives and businesses after an insured loss occurs.

Selective is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, committed to promoting a welcoming culture that values and respects every individual’s unique opinions, beliefs, abilities, and perspectives. The company celebrates diverse talent, individual identity, different points of view and experiences, and empowers employees to contribute new ideas for continued success. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core strategic imperatives, aimed at building a highly engaged team.

Job Description: HR Ignite Internship (Summer 2026)

Overview
The Ignite Internship Program at Selective Insurance is an 11-week, full-time experience designed for college students planning to intern during the summer of 2026. This award-winning program, based at the corporate office in Branchville, NJ, offers a comprehensive sneak peek into the insurance industry. Participants will enhance their skills and knowledge by engaging in their chosen business area.

The program provides exposure to the corporate environment through on-the-job assignments, team projects, interaction with senior leadership and executives, and a community volunteer day. It also facilitates the building of meaningful relationships within the organization.

Department Focus (Human Resources)
The Human Resources department is crucial for managing employee relations, recruitment, compensation, benefits, and ensuring compliance with labor laws. It plays a vital role in fostering a positive work environment and supporting organizational goals. An internship in HR offers students hands-on experience in various HR functions, develops communication and problem-solving skills, and provides an understanding of HR’s strategic impact on a business. It’s an opportunity to learn about employee management and contribute to creating a productive workplace.

Location
This is a hybrid position, requiring applicants to be within commuting distance of the Branchville, NJ location.

Responsibilities
• Works as part of the HRIS team to deliver automated solutions for HR and participates in assigned projects.
• Imports and manages data within the UKG HRIS platform, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Helps manage payroll records and documentation, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Responds to HR Assistance employee requests, enhancing the overall employee experience and escalating as necessary, ensuring adherence to defined service levels.
• Assists the Shared Services team in providing administrative support to all areas within Human Resources.

Qualifications

Knowledge and Requirements
• Must be a current college student to qualify.
• Demonstrates an interest in learning about the insurance industry.
• Experience with Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is preferred.
• Must be enthusiastic, a self-starter, detail-oriented, and able to work independently and in a team environment.
• Must possess the ability to understand departmental operations and procedures.
• College credit can be earned depending on your institution’s requirements.

Education And Experience
• High School Diploma required.
• Ideal internship candidates will be full-time undergraduate college Juniors or Seniors.
• Ability to perform at a professional level.

Pay Range
USD $21.00 – USD $24.00 /Hr.

Total Rewards
Selective Insurance offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including:
• A competitive base salary.
• Incentive plan eligibility at all levels.
• A wide array of benefits designed for health, financial goals, and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health care plans.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Tuition assistance and reimbursement programs.
• Paid time off plans.
• The actual base salary is determined by geographic location, relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, performance, and business needs.