About the role
Please note the maximum number of applications that you can submit per recruitment season is 8. You are only allowed to submit: 3 applications in total to U.S. and Canada programs 2 applications in total to APAC programs 2 applications in total to LATAM programs EMEA applicants are limited to 1 application per recruitment season. Once your application has been submitted, you will be unable to apply to any additional EMEA programs. /*generated inline style */ Program ID 14421 /*generated inline style */ Region U.S. and Canada /*generated inline style */ Location United States of America /*generated inline style */ States New York, North Carolina /*generated inline style */ City Charlotte, NC, New York, NY /*generated inline style */ Program Chief People Organization Program /*generated inline style */ Program type Summer internship /*generated inline style */ Entry level Associate /*generated inline style */ Program description Program Overview Program Name: Global Human Resources (GHR) Summer Associate Development Program – 2027 Program Purpose & Objectives: Global Human Resources (GHR) Summer Associate Development Program is designed to introduce students to Bank of America’s organization that is responsible for making Bank of America a great place to work by serving as a strategic partner to every business across the enterprise.
The program provides hands-on experience, professional development, and exposure to leaders across the enterprise while building foundational skills for a career in Human Resources. Duration & Structure: This is a 10-week summer internship program. Summer Associates are placed on one team within Global Human Resources and participate in structured training, project-based work, mentorship, networking opportunities, and professional development sessions throughout the summer.
Role Overview
Role Title(s): Global Human Resources Summer Associate
Role Purpose: Summer Associates support key human resources initiatives while gaining hands-on experience and exposure to senior HR leaders. Participants contribute to business advisory work, HR operations, and special projects that align talent strategy with business objectives. Rotations and exposure to the following sub-lines of business could include: The Academy, Compensation & Benefits, Global, Employee Relations, Global Talent, Talent Acquisition, Governance, Operations Analytics & Transformation, HR Generalists, Life Event Services, and Opportunity & Inclusion Key Responsibilities: Support line-of-business initiatives that enhance employee experience and organizational effectiveness Partner with HR leaders to understand how human capital strategy supports business outcomes Contribute to business advisory work, HR processes, operations, and special projects Assist with analysis, reporting, and presentation development Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders on enterprise HR initiatives Day-in-the-Life Summer Associates work as part of a Global Human Resources team, supporting ongoing initiatives, attending team meetings and leadership discussions, contributing to analysis and deliverables, and engaging in training, mentorship, speaker series, networking events, and community service opportunities.
Educational
Requirements Sponsorship: Bank of America is unable to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship now, or in the future, for this specific role. Degree Type: Master’s Degree or MBA degree program Considered candidates should be in their penultimate year of school Master’s candidates should have at least 3 years of full-time professional experience Graduation Dates: November 2027 – August 2028 Major/Course of Study: Industrial or Organizational Psychology, Human Resources Management, Communications, Industrial and Labor Relations, Organizational Development, or related fields Preferred Skillsets: Applies analytical skills to interpret complex data sets, evaluate multiple inputs, and generate insights that inform HR and business decisions. Demonstrates sound judgment in ambiguous or multi‑stakeholder situations; independently identifies risks, trade‑offs, and practical solutions.
Delivers clear, concise verbal and written communication tailored to senior leaders and diverse stakeholder groups. Builds trusted relationships across functions, effectively influences partners, and navigates competing priorities. Quickly assimilates new information, tools, and HR practices; adapts approach in response to evolving business needs.
Ensures high‑quality execution, data accuracy, and adherence to governance standards across deliverables. Manages workstreams independently, takes accountability for outcomes, and drives initiatives forward with minimal oversight. Demonstrates leadership behaviors including decision ownership, critical thinking, coaching mindset, and the ability to lead through change.
Applies HR systems, analytics tools, and AI‑enabled platforms (e.g., Copilot, HRIS platforms) to improve efficiency and insight generation. Additional Information Work Location(s): Charlotte, NC; New York, NY /*generated inline style */ Application Deadline October 15 2026 /*generated inline style */ Pay and benefits information for the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and for Cleveland and Columbus, Ohio and Washington, DC. /*generated inline style */ /*generated inline style */