Intern, Workstation

TriNet is a leading provider of comprehensive human resources solutions for small to midsize businesses (SMBs). We enhance business productivity by enabling our clients to outsource their HR function to one strategic partner and allowing them to focus on operating and growing their core businesses. Our full-service HR solutions include features such as payroll processing, human capital consulting, employment law compliance and employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans and workers’ compensation insurance.

TriNet has a nationwide presence and an experienced executive team. Our stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker symbol TNET. If you’re passionate about innovation and making an impact on the large SMB market, come join us as we power our clients’ business success with extraordinary HR.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that many potential applicants discourage themselves from applying to jobs unless they meet every single requirement. TriNet always strives to hire the most qualified candidate for a particular role, ensuring we deliver outstanding results for our small and medium-size customers. So, if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every single qualification in the job description, nobody’s perfect – and we encourage you to apply. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.

A Brief Overview

TriNet’s Emerging Talent Programs are built on the powerful connection between academic innovation, community impact, and corporate leadership. Our specialized programs are engineered to bridge the gap between classroom theory and professional practice, preparing you for a meaningful and purpose-driven career. By prioritizing local talent and providing hands-on training, we invest in our future workforce while contributing to the economic vitality of the communities we serve. Joining us means actively engaging in high-impact projects that drive real business outcomes and benefiting from dedicated mentorship with seasoned professionals. You will gain invaluable practical experience within a dynamic, supportive culture that champions diverse perspectives and accelerates your journey from student to future leader.

Position Summary

The Intern, Workstation at TriNet is tasked with executing high-impact, real-world business projects and driving tangible business outcomes through direct, hands-on contribution to team deliverables. This role requires actively applying and refining skills, collaborating cross-functionally, and receiving dedicated mentorship to gain invaluable practical experience within a supportive corporate environment.

What you will do

• Take ownership of high-impact projects to gain essential technical and business expertise.
• Develop agility and problem-solving skills by tackling complex challenges and adapting to change.
• Benefit from dedicated mentorship with seasoned professionals and receive leadership exposure.
• Work within a dynamic, inclusive culture that fosters strong collaboration and diverse perspectives.
• Document fixes and promote to corporate knowledge base. Understand where inconsistencies are within processes or the environment and bring forward ideas on how to gain consistency. Lead some of these efforts into use. 
• Provide and inventory hardware for new/terminated users. 
• Enforce company IT standards and policies. Identify areas that should be considered for updates to standards and policies. Participate in the definition of new standards. 

Education Qualifications

• Junior or Senior undergrad or graduate students
• Minimum 3.0 GPA

Experience Qualifications

A proactive team player who can work independently and as part of a team.

• Previous internship/work experience preferred
• Academic leadership or extra-curricular activity involvement preferred
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S

Skills and Abilities

• Strong Microsoft Windows and/or Mac support skills required
• Working knowledge with all types of client-side hardware (notebook systems, desktop systems, tablets, smart phones, printers and peripherals) 
• Experience with programming/scripting languages (Perl/PowerShell). 
• Experience with virtual desktop technologies. (Citrix, Azure, VMware, etc.)
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with strong Microsoft Excel skills required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate with employees at all levels of the organization
• A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards and a diverse workplace
• Ability to adapt to a fast paced continually changing business and work environment while managing multiple priorities

Travel Requirements

Minimal

Work Environment

• Work in clean, pleasant, and comfortable office. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable persons with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The preferred location for this role is Atlanta, GA, and the salary range for this location is $23.00 to $38.00 per hour. All qualified external applicants will be considered for an in-office role, based in Atlanta. All qualified internal candidates are encouraged to apply and consider relocation to Atlanta and may be considered for remote hire at the company’s discretion. The candidate’s final salary offer will be based on the candidate’s skills, education, work location and experience. 

Additionally, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, TriNet offers permanent full-time employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, life and disability insurance, a 401(K) savings plan, an employee stock purchase plan, eleven (11) Company observed holidays, PTO and a comprehensive leave program.  Please click the following link for detailed information about our benefits offerings:  https://www.trinet.com/documents/blt5b61a1040aae1904 

TriNet is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, religion, color, disability, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), age, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. Any applicant with a mental or physical disability who requires an accommodation during the application process should contact [email protected] to request such an accommodation.