UWM

2026 Human Resources Summer Internship Program

Business Unit
United Wholesale Mortgage
Location
US-MI-Pontiac

 

UWM's 12-week internship program offers an immersive experience with over 200 interns, job shadowing, access to senior leaders, and extensive networking opportunities. Experience our one-of-a-kind workplace that thrives on collaboration, teamwork, and innovation. This internship is designed to give you a running start, not one that has you running errands.

 

Join our dynamic Human Resources team at United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM) for an exciting and hands-on summer internship program. This program is designed for students pursuing a career in Human Resources, offering valuable experience and insight into the industry.

 

Teams: Talent Acquisition, Payroll & People Analytics, Team Relations, Benefits & Wellness, Engagement, Leadership Development, and Corporate Training.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

TALENT ACQUISITION

This team is a dedicated group of professionals committed to attracting, developing, and retaining top talent to ensure the company's continued success and industry leadership.

 

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

  • Conducting phone screens each day and work closely with Recruiters to assess applicants
  • Partnering with Recruiters to assist in full-cycle recruiting, consisting of in-person interviews, tours, etc.
  • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records in the applicant tracking system (ATS) and other HR databases
  • Collaborating with team members on special projects aimed at improving talent acquisition and retention strategies

 

PAYROLL & PEOPLE ANALYTICS 

This team ensures accurate and timely payroll processing while leveraging data-driven insights to enhance workforce management and strategic decision-making.

 

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

  • Auditing team member information that is stored in the HRIS platform, UltiPro
  • Gathering, maintaining, and reporting metrics
  • Tracking survey data with appropriate follow up to ensure client satisfaction with our service
  • Responsible for delegating AskTMS questions to the team, while communicating solutions with team members on questions they have with company policy

 

TEAM RELATIONS

This team is dedicated to promoting a positive workplace culture, enhancing employee engagement, and advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives.

 

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

  • Providing support to Team Relations Specialists and Coordinators on a daily basis
  • Assisting in the development and implementation of DEI initatives, programs, and training. 
  • Supporting the creation of an inclusive work enviornment by promoting UWM's values.
  • Monitoring and reporting metrics to identify trends and areas if improvement.

 

BENEFITS & WELLNESS

This team is dedicated to supporting the overall health and well-being of our team members through comprehensive programs and resources. The team is split into two: the Benefits team supports the administrative processes, whereas the Wellness team supports physical and health initiatives. 

 

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

  • Administrative Benefit processes
  • Learning all aspects of the benefits, including Leaves, 401k, Compliance
  • Participating in all our Wellness Initiatives
  • Running Sports leagues, coming up with new ideas

 

ENGAGEMENT

This team fosters a vibrant and inclusive company culture by organizing activities and initiatives that promote employee connection and satisfaction. 

 

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

  • Coordinating and managing activities such as team-building events, employee recognition programs, and social gatherings
  • Maintaining a calendar of events and ensure timely execution of all planned activities
  • Developing and implementing engagement programs and events that align with UWM’s culture and values
  • Creating and distributing communication materials to promote engagement activities and encourage participation

 

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

This team focuses on cultivating future leaders through targeted programs and initiatives that build advanced leadership capabilities and drive organizational success.

 

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

  • Researching and creating a team building activity on Servant Leadership for the Leadership Development Team
  • Assisting our Instructional Designers in creating course designs 
  • Shadowing trainings and offering feedback on how we can improve 
  • Assisting the coordinators in event planning
  • Organizing UWM's leadership library 

 

CORPORATE TRAINING

This team is dedicated to enhancing employee skills and knowledge through comprehensive training programs that drive personal and professional growth. 

 

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

  • Learning adulty theory 
  • Helping to facilitate team building activities and escape rooms
  • Building job aids and strategic communication plans for the team 
  • Shadowing and providing feedback on trainings 
  • Developing a training for UWM 
  • Shadowing and provide feedback on trainings

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

  • Graduating with a bachelor’s degree in 2026 or 2027 (current junior/senior status)
  • The ability to work Monday thru Friday, 40-hours a week, fully on-site in Pontiac, MI from May 18th - August 7th
  • An openness to learning, willingness to be coached, and ability to be flexible in our every-changing industry
  • Ability to thrive in a team environment
  • A strong work ethic
  • A drive to succeed 

THE PLACE & THE PERKS

Ready to join thousands of talented team members who are making the dream of home ownership possible for more Americans? It’s all happening on UWM’s campus, where our award-winning workplace packs plenty of perks and amenities that keep the atmosphere buzzing with energy and excitement.

 

It’s no wonder that out of our six pillars, People Are Our Greatest Asset is number one. It’s at the very heart of how we treat each other, our clients and our community. Whether it’s providing elite client service or continuously striving to improve, our pillars provide a pathway to a more successful personal and professional life.

 

From the team member that holds a door open to the one that helps guide your career, you’ll feel the encouragement and support on day one. No matter your race, creed, gender, age, sexual orientation and ethnicity, you’ll be welcomed here. Accepted here. And empowered to Be You Here.

 

More reasons you’ll love working here include:

  • Paid volunteer hours
  • Paid training and career development
  • Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
  • 401k with employer match
  • Mortgage discount and area business discounts
  • Free membership to our large, state-of-the-art fitness center, including exercise classes such as yoga and Zumba, various sports leagues and a full-size basketball court
  • Wellness area, including an in-house primary-care physician’s office, full-time massage therapist and hair salon 
  • Gourmet cafeteria featuring homemade breakfast and lunch
  • Convenience store featuring healthy grab-and-go snacks
  • In-house Starbucks and Dunkin
  • Indoor/outdoor café with Wi-Fi

DISCLAIMER

All the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation and change. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Team members may be required to perform other or different job-related duties as requested by their team lead, subject to reasonable accommodation. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Employment with UWM is "at-will." UWM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By selecting “Apply for this job online” you provide consent to UWM to record phone call conversations between you and UWM to be used for quality control purposes.

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