Total Rewards Intern

At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards; we set them, and we don’t settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it’s our Core Values – radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win – or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we’re determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry.

With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we’re all about getting stuff done, so we can win.

How do we make it happen? Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It’s what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success.

Here, you’ll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you’re ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you’ll thrive here.

Want to learn more about who we are? Check out our website to discover the Tenneco Way

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’re seeking a detail-oriented, motivated college student to support daily activities across employee benefits and compensation. This is a hands-on role within our Total Rewards team that combines data accuracy, process support, and excellent service to employees and HR partners. You’ll develop real world experience in benefits operations, vendor coordination, compensation data handling, and HR systems—all while contributing to meaningful, business critical work.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Provide general support to the Benefits & Compensation teams on day-to-day administrative tasks
• Assist in market benchmarking including gathering survey data and matching key roles
• Review and organize job descriptions and support leveling exercises to ensure accurate placement
• Assist with maintaining and organizing compensation and benefits documentation, records, and standard materials on the team’s shared drive
• Help respond to routine employee questions by gathering information, preparing draft communications, or directing inquiries to the appropriate team member
• Support basic data entry, file reviews, and simple reporting tasks related to benefits and compensation programs
• Assist with preparing materials for ongoing projects such as plan updates, employee engagement and other communications, and annual processes
• Collaborate with HR team members to ensure benefits information is accurate, accessible, and up to date
• Perform other general administrative and project support duties as assigned

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

• Fundamentals of U.S. employee benefits (medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, disability, HSA/FSA, 401(k)) and basic compliance concepts (ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA)
• Foundations of compensation (job architecture, salary structure, market pricing, survey participation)
• Practical HR data stewardship (data integrity, reconciliations, reporting) and service excellence
• Vendor management basics and cross‑functional collaboration with HR/Payroll/Finance

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current college student pursuing a degree in HR, Business, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, or a related field
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and confidentiality
• Comfortable with Excel/Google Sheets (filters, lookups, pivot tables a plus)
• Clear written and verbal communication; customer service mindset
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with guidance and meet deadlines
• Prior HR/benefits/compensation coursework or internship is a plus, not required

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Data accuracy & QA: Spots inconsistencies and follows through to resolution
• Process discipline: Follows SOPs; documents steps; escalates thoughtfully
• Team collaboration: Works well with HR partners, vendors, and employees
• Learning agility: Asks good questions; adapts to changing priorities

We don’t want average. We want exceptional. We want someone who’s hungry to build, unafraid to challenge, and bold enough to lead with empathy, speed, and precision. Sound like you? Let us know.  

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities