HR Intern

CHAGEE•Irvine, CA

22h•$25 - $30•Hybrid

About The Position

CHAGEE is a modern teahouse with over 7,500 locations globally, committed to bringing people together through tea. We are expanding our presence in the US market and seeking a HR Administrative Intern for a temporary 4-month appointment. This role offers an opportunity to be part of an exciting journey as we introduce authentic tea culture to America. Join a team rooted in tradition, fueled by purpose, and scaling a global movement across North America.

Requirements

Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Communications, or a related field.
Previous internship, administrative, customer service, retail, hospitality, or office support experience preferred.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional and collaborative approach.
High attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
Comfortable working with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, or similar administrative systems.
Self-starter with a positive attitude and willingness to learn in a dynamic environment.
Ability to work independently while also collaborating cross-functionally with multiple teams.
Interest in Human Resources, People Operations, Talent Acquisition, or employee experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

A Master’s degree or recent graduate-level education is preferred.
Experience with HR systems, applicant tracking systems, or scheduling tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide administrative and operational support to the HR team.
Assist with onboarding coordination for new hires, including scheduling, document collection, and new hire communications.
Support employee lifecycle administration, including employee data updates, personnel file maintenance, and HR system support.
Coordinate meetings, trainings, and employee communications across corporate and retail teams.
Maintain accurate HR records and ensure documentation is organized and up to date.
Support HR inbox management and route employee inquiries to appropriate team members as needed.
Assist with processing employment-related paperwork and tracking completion of required documents.
Assist with payroll, benefits, and leave administration support tasks as directed by the HR team.
Prepare trackers, reports, presentations, and other HR administrative materials.
Support employee engagement initiatives, onboarding activities, and internal events.
Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee and business information.
Assist with special projects and additional administrative support duties as assigned.