Human Resources Intern (Fall 2026)

Job Overview

Who We Are: 
Honkamp, P.C. is a Top 10 Midwest CPA and business advisory group (Accounting Today, 2025). We add value for our clients by providing forward-thinking, effective and timely services and solutions.  
Inside our firm, the collaborative, people-focused culture encourages mutual respect, open communication and ongoing learning. Honkamp fosters innovation, diversity, ethics, and integrity to strengthen our organization and our people, and to respond to our clients' needs. With our wide range of services and clients, you'll work on projects that matter as part of the Honkamp team.  

A Typical Day in the Life:  
As an HR Intern, you will support the People & Talent team by assisting with recruiting, onboarding, operations, and learning and development, while gaining hands-on experience with HR systems, processes, and best practices in a professional services environment.

Responsibilities may include:

• Assist with recruiting activities, including job postings, resume screening and organizing, and scheduling interviews.
• Assist with recruiting and campus events by supporting logistics, preparing materials, and tracking follow‑up actions.
• Provide general support for internal programs, employee engagement initiatives, and People & Talent projects.
• Support onboarding processes, including preparing new hire materials, account creation, and assisting with first‑day schedules.
• Help track employee training participation and maintain learning records.

This role may be for you if you want to demonstrate your performance and ability to potentially join Honkamp as a full-time employee.

Qualifications: 
Candidates should be pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or Communications.  

Successful candidates will have:

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft 365.
• Experience with, or ability to learn, the operation of basic office equipment.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Prolonged periods of working on a computer and ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods (e.g. sitting at a desk).
• Ability to work in a shared office environment with moderate noise levels.

Top Benefits and Perks: 
As an HR intern, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive compensation

• Exposure to a wide range of clients and industries

• Flexible schedule

• Opportunities to grow professionally

Location: Honkamp is headquartered in Dubuque, Iowa, with additional locations in Cedar Falls, Davenport, Hiawatha, Cedar Rapids, Coralville and Waukee in Iowa; St. Louis, Missouri; and Madison, Platteville and Oshkosh in Wisconsin.