HR Coordinator Intern

SOPHiA GENETICS • Boston, MA

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About The Position

SOPHiA GENETICS is seeking an HR Operations Intern to support day-to-day HR activities for its US team. The internship provides practical experience in HR administration, employee lifecycle management, and HR systems, while contributing to ongoing improvement projects. The intern will assist with onboarding, employee changes, HR and payroll transition activities, personnel records, HR documentation, payroll administration, and the use of AI tools to improve HR processes. The role is intended for someone studying Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field. Previous HR experience is welcome but not required; motivation to learn and comfort taking responsibility are emphasized.

The internship offers practical experience across US HR Operations, involvement in an HR systems and payroll transition project, guidance from experienced HR colleagues, opportunities to connect with colleagues and participate in company activities, and paid compensation in line with local internship practices. Applicants should apply with a CV and any supporting information they would like considered.

Requirements

• Be studying Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Be organized and detail-oriented, and comfortable handling administrative tasks.
• Enjoy working with people and communicating with colleagues from different backgrounds.
• Be comfortable using Excel and other digital tools and interested in learning HR systems.
• Understand the importance of confidentiality when handling employee information.
• Be reliable, proactive, curious, willing to ask questions, and eager to learn.
• Be interested in HR operations and how technology can improve HR processes.
• Previous HR experience is welcome but not required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in HR.

Responsibilities

• Help coordinate pre-boarding, prepare and collect documents, communicate with new employees, and organize their first day.
• Support internal transfers, offboarding, and other employee lifecycle administrative steps.
• Participate in data checks, employee communications, and process documentation during the transition to a new HR and payroll provider.
• Keep personnel files and HR systems accurate and up to date while respecting confidentiality requirements.
• Assist with offer letters, employment verification letters, amendments, and separation documents.
• Help with timesheet follow-up, overtime tracking, and other time management tasks.
• Contribute to using AI tools to improve and simplify HR processes.

Benefits

• Paid internship in line with local internship practices.
• Guidance and support from experienced HR colleagues.
• Opportunities to connect with colleagues across the company and participate in company activities.
• Practical experience across different areas of US HR Operations, from onboarding to payroll administration.
• Opportunity to participate in an HR systems and payroll transition project.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed