2027 Human Resources Summer Analyst Program – Jersey City, Compensation and Benefits

Jefferies Human Resources Summer Analyst – Jersey City, Compensation and Benefits

What you can expect

Jefferies Summer Interns have the unique opportunity to gain insight into a global, client-focused investment bank and experience an entrepreneurial environment where employees have the opportunity to make an immediate impact and are rewarded for performance. You’ll be exposed to Jefferies’ full range of products and leading industry expertise. Our lean team structure will not only provide you with unparalleled hands-on experience, it will help you develop lasting personal and professional relationships with peers and senior professionals that will serve as the foundation for a successful career. 

Following an enriching orientation program, Interns will begin working on their day-to-day responsibilities, with support from colleagues serving as both instructors and mentors throughout the internship program.  As a way to help maximize your experience with us, Interns will receive formal performance reviews.

In addition to working on projects that incorporate research, analysis and recommendations, Interns are challenged to think creatively, offer their input, and add value to the team from day one. As with everyone at Jefferies, Interns are expected to pursue their projects with excellence, a collaborative spirit, and with the highest levels of integrity.

What we look for in a candidate

We look for candidates who are eager to make an impact to our clients by doing real, hands-on work. Successful Jefferies Interns are able to multitask and manage a variety of projects simultaneously. Candidates must demonstrate professionalism and relationship management skills together with strong technical, written, and verbal communication skills.  The work is fast paced, challenging, and intellectually stimulating. The ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines, be adaptable and work both independently and as part of a team are essential traits of a successful candidate. Candidates should have a strong academic background and be pursing a four-year Bachelor's degree or equivalent program. We hire Interns who have studied a variety of disciplines.

Desired Background and Skills:

• Undergraduate candidate pursuing a Bachelor’s degree
• Expected graduation between December 2028 – June 2029
• Proficient in Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Team player who excels at working both independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to communicate to all levels
• Ability to multitask and manage a variety of tasks simultaneously
• Demonstrates a positive attitude, high energy, and desire to learn and grow
• Superior judgment, professionalism, poise, ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality, and assertiveness
• Ability to learn systems quickly and use them accurately (Oracle, Peoplesoft)
• Forecasting costs

WORK WITH US – Corporate Human Resources 

The Jefferies Corporate Human Resources Intern will have the unique opportunity to work with both the benefits and compensation team.

Intern responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Support the benefits and compensation teams as needed.
• Utilize our HRIS system for processing benefit elections, leaves, assisting employees with inquiries or fixing issues in the system. This includes coordinating with multiple individuals across the organization while adhering to project deadlines.
• Provide support for various benefit rollouts and compensation projects, including stock awards. 
• Work with the benefits team on US, Brazil and Canada programs and offerings.

About Us

Jefferies is a leading global, full-service investment banking and capital markets firm that provides advisory, sales and trading, research, and wealth and asset management services. With more than 40 offices around the world, we offer insights and expertise to investors, companies, and governments.

At Jefferies, we are committed to building a culture that provides opportunities for all employees regardless of our differences and supports a workforce that is reflective of the communities where we work and live. As a result, we are able to pool our collective insights and intelligence to provide fresh and innovative thinking for our clients.

Jefferies is committed to creating and sustaining a workforce that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds to apply. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, pregnancy, age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, marital status, domestic partner status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, genetic information, reproductive health decisions, or any other factor protected by applicable law. We are committed to hiring the most qualified applicants and complying with all federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws. As part of this commitment, Jefferies will extend reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, as required by applicable law. 

The salary for this role is $75,000 (pro-rated for the 10-week internship program).