Screen resumes and conduct phone interviews for retail branch roles.
Schedule candidate interviews and manage applicant tracking system data.
Assist the recruiting team with onboarding and hiring processes.
What they're looking for
Students with two years of college in HR or business.
Must work 40 hours weekly in Effingham, IL, summer 2027.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Teams, and professional communication.
Pay and perks
Hourly rate of $18.
Includes healthcare, 401k with match, and paid time off.
At Midland States Bank, base salary is one component of our Total Rewards program. Exact compensation is determined by factors such as (but not limited to) education, skills, internal equity, and experience. This position offers additional compensation in the form of short-term incentives (i.e. bonus and/or commission) and may include long-term incentives (i.e. stock awards). Benefits for this role include comprehensive healthcare, well-being benefits, paid family leave as well as generous paid time off. Total Rewards also include banking perks, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K plan with company match and may include the opportunity to participate in our Non-Qualified Deferred Compensation plan. Incentives and benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.
At Midland States Bank, we believe that when we can bring our whole selves to work each day, we become happier, more comfortable, more confident, and more excited to do great things for our customers, each other and our company. We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. At Midland, we recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. If you are looking for a place to grow, we encourage you to apply at Midland States Bank, because you belong here.
Position Summary
The Talent Acquisition Intern will support the Talent Acquisition team with high-volume retail recruiting activities while gaining meaningful exposure to the full talent acquisition lifecycle within the banking industry.
Primary Accountabilities
Review resumes and applications to support retail recruiting across the Bank's branch network.
Conduct candidate phone screens using established recruiting processes and guidelines.
Coordinate and schedule candidate interviews and support timely communication throughout the recruiting process.
Communicate professionally with candidates and assist in maintaining a positive candidate experience.
Maintain accurate candidate and recruiting information within the applicant tracking system and support recruiting-related data needs.
Participate in Talent Acquisition team meetings and hiring manager discussions, as appropriate, while gaining exposure to recruiting technology, selection practices, onboarding, and data-driven decision making.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain compliance with all applicable regulations including, but not limited to, the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA).
Position Qualifications
Education/Experience:
The internship will run for Summer of 2027 beginning mid-May and ending early August.
Able to work a 40-hour work week, Monday-Friday, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Must reside local to the Effingham, IL area and report to the Effingham office.
Enrolled in a Human Resources, Business, Organizational Leadership, or related degree program at a college or university with at least 2 years completed and an interest in pursuing a career in Human Resources or Talent Acquisition.
Works well in team environment.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Teams.
Demonstrates ability to learn and use new software and programs.
Demonstrates professionalism and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Competencies:
Business insight
Cultivates innovation
Drives results
Makes sound decisions
Being a brand champion
Collaborates
Communicates effectively
Customer focus
Being Authentic
Emotional Intelligence
Self-development
Being flexible and adaptable
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Midland States Bank Human Resources at HR@midlandsb.com.
THIS JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYMENT
At Midland States Bank, we believe that when we can bring our whole selves to work each day, we become happier, more comfortable, more confident and more excited to do great things for our customers, each other and our company. We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. At Midland, we recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. If you are looking for a place to grow, we encourage you to apply at Midland States Bank, because you belong here.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Midland States Bank Human Resources at HR@midlandsb.com.
Midland States Bank may use automated tools and artificial intelligence ("AI") to assist with recruiting, screening, and hiring decisions. In accordance with the Illinois Human Rights Act (effective January 1, 2026), these tools are designed and monitored to be neutral and job-related, and must not be used in a way that discriminates against applicants or employees based on any protected characteristic.
THIS JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYMENT
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