Aon · 3 days ago
Aon's Corporate Apprenticeship Program, Human Resources - Chicago
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad
$46K/yr - $46K/yrAon is a leading global professional services firm providing a broad range of risk, retirement, and health solutions. The Human Resources Apprentice will gain hands-on experience in key HR functions, focusing on talent acquisition, employee development, and compliance while participating in a structured apprenticeship program.
ConsultingProfessional ServicesRisk Management
No H1B
Responsibilities
Rotate across key HR functions that support our talent strategy
Focus on recruiting and onboarding talent, developing skills and careers, reviewing compensation and benefits, ensuring legal compliance, and fostering a positive, productive workplace culture
Support campus and early-career events such as career fairs, information sessions, and virtual webinars
Draft short content pieces for campaigns, recruiter emails, and team newsletters
Ensure adherence to labor laws, regulations, and company policies
Help draft or update program materials (guides, FAQs, slide decks, newsletters)
Support people-related projects and initiatives, such as engagement, recognition, onboarding, or change management
Assist with data gathering and organization (e.g., survey results, participation lists, program metrics) to support analysis
Update project trackers and documentation to ensure stakeholders have accurate, up-to-date information
Keep work and documentation organized and current in shared HR and marketing tools
Collaborate with HR, marketing, and business stakeholders, always approaching work with a candidate- and colleague-focused mindset
Work within established brand guidelines, HR policies, and processes while still being creative
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent GED, or on track to graduate by July 1, 2026
Minimum age of 18 years by June 15, 2026
Meet enrollment requirements for Harold Washington College's AAS Business Marketing & Management program and maintain passing grades (C or higher)
Authorized to work in the U.S. (Aon does not offer sponsorship)
Ability to work consistently in a professional, team-based environment
Commitment to an on-site schedule for the full 2-year program (remote work not available)
Open to feedback and a genuine interest to learn new tools, processes, and HR concepts
Preferred
Strong interest in working with data to answer questions and solve problems in HR (e.g., hiring, engagement, program outcomes)
Enthusiasm for working with people-focused projects and programs
Experience with spreadsheets, especially Microsoft Excel (sorting/filtering data, using basic formulas, creating simple charts)
Prior work or leadership experience demonstrating responsibility and work ethic
Interest in building a long-term career in a professional services environment
Preferred for recruitment marketing apprentice: Adobe Suite (InDesign, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator) and editing simple videos
Benefits
Tuition assistance to continue your education post program
Paid time off, including 12 paid holidays and 15 vacation days per calendar year
Medical, dental and vision benefits
401(k) savings plan with an employer contribution
Comprehensive employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions
Detailed benefits information provided at time of offer
Two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year
Variety of working style solutions for our colleagues
Employee stock purchase plan
Consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon’s discretion
Various types of leaves of absence
Paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws
Short-term disability and optional long-term disability
Health savings account
Health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts
Employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance
Optional personal insurance policies
Adoption assistance
Commuter benefits
Company
Aon
Aon is a global provider of risk management, insurance and reinsurance brokerage, human resources solutions, and outsourcing services.
Founded in 1979
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.94BKey Investors
Citibank NABerkshire Hathaway
2023-10-24Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2021-05-17Post Ipo Equity· $942.6M
1987-01-01IPO
Leadership Team
Alejandro Galizia
CEO Latin America, AON
Andy Marcell
Global CEO, Risk Capital & Reinsurance Solutions
Recent News
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