HR Intern - Long Beach, CA
$41,600–$41,600 year
HybridLong Beach, California, United States
Job Summary
Conduct hands-on support across HR functions including recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, and operations while collaborating with experienced professionals. Assist with organizing HR documentation, managing employee access badges, coordinating parking, and replenishing office supplies. Shadow core HR areas such as performance management and leave of absence processes to understand domestic and international employment regulations. Participate in change management initiatives and administrative coordination for both in-office and remote teams. Work 20 hours weekly during the academic year with hybrid flexibility, attending two to three days in-person at the Long Beach, CA office.
Required Qualifications
- Ability to commit 20 hours per week during the academic year, with the opportunity to work up to 40 hours per week during summer and winter breaks, in accordance with California employment regulations
- Availability to work in-person at the Long Beach, CA office 2–3 days per week, with remaining hours worked remotely
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Analytics, or a related field
- Foundational understanding of HR concepts (e.g., recruiting, onboarding, employee engagement, basic employment law) gained through coursework, academic projects, or student organizations
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with employees and cross‐functional partners
- Highly organized and detail‐oriented, with the ability to support documentation, coordination, and process‐driven work
- Comfortable using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and willing to learn new tools, systems, and workflows
- Collaborative, thoughtful, and proactive, with a willingness to ask questions and contribute ideas
- Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, and integrity when handling confidential or sensitive information
Desired Qualifications
- Familiarity with HR systems (e.g., applicant tracking or learning platforms such as iCIMS or Halogen) is a plus, but not required
- Strong academic standing, with coursework or projects related to HR, organizational behavior, or business operations preferred
- Demonstrated interest in human resources and a passion for people, culture, and organizational development
- Previous internship, campus leadership, or part‐time experience in HR, recruiting, or administrative support is a plus, but not required
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