The Hidden Cost of Slow Reimbursements for Candidates and Interns

Candidate and intern reimbursements are one of the most inefficient parts of the hiring process.
Most companies still rely on manual forms, outdated vendor systems, or multi-department approval chains that turn a simple payment into a weeks-long delay.

Why This Creates Real Damage

Slow reimbursements do more than create annoyance. They influence recruiting outcomes.

• Candidates lose trust in the employer

• HR teams spend hours on manual follow-up

• Finance teams receive inconsistent documentation

• Compliance risks increase when receipts are incomplete

For early career hires, long delays can even create financial hardship.

What Orion Solves

Orion’s GEM platform handles the entire process:

• Same-day reimbursements

• Automated document collection and verification

• Centralized approval workflows

• Real-time visibility for HR, recruiting, and finance

With GEM, candidates never need to pay out-of-pocket for eligible expenses, and internal teams avoid the administrative burden entirely.

The Bottom Line

Slow reimbursements weaken your employment brand and drain productivity.
Fast, automated payments help candidates start confidently and improve your hiring efficiency.