People Operations (HR) Intern

Summit

2d•$19 - $24•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented People Operations (HR) Intern to support day-to-day HR operations and gain hands-on experience across the employee lifecycle. This 6 months role offers a hands-on learning opportunity to gain exposure across key areas of People Operations, including onboarding, payroll support, compliance, HR systems, and talent initiatives. You’ll build practical experience working with both data and employee processes while developing strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Requirements

Pursuing or recently completed a degree in HR, Business, Accounting, or related field
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive, confidential information
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Highly organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities
Basic to intermediate computer skills and familiarity with HR systems, with a willingness to learn and develop technical skills

Nice To Haves

Detail-oriented, organized, and dependable
Clear, professional communicator with a collaborative approach
Strong problem-solving mindset with a focus on accuracy
Adaptable and capable of managing multiple priorities
High level of accountability and ownership

Responsibilities

Serve as a point of contact for new hires, guiding them through pre-employment and onboarding processes
Support employee communications, reminders, surveys, and performance check-ins
Maintain compliance documentation, including labor law updates, training tracking, and audit preparation
Assist with state reporting requirements (e.g., new hire reporting) and tax account management
Liaise with state agencies (Department of Labor, Revenue, etc.) to resolve discrepancies and ensure compliance
Maintain organized documentation across systems, portals, and internal knowledge bases
Support employer branding initiatives to enhance company visibility and attract talent
Create and manage social media content to promote the company’s employer brand and culture
Conduct pre-payroll audits (timesheets, PTO, commissions, bonuses) to ensure accuracy before processing
Learn and support processes for new benefits enrollments, including assisting employees with enrollment steps and ensuring accurate system updates
Maintain and update HRIS (e.g., Rippling) data, workflows, and reports
Create and update documentation, internal resources, and knowledge base pages
Assist with cross-functional projects across HR, Finance, and Compliance
Ensure timely follow-up, organization, and execution of ongoing initiatives