Summer Intern – Human Resources & Workplace Services
About The Position
If you want to do something that matters, this work matters. Patients drive our passion to pioneer novel cancer therapies. That’s why we’ve built an environment centered around support, flexibility, and a shared mission . Creating and delivering medicine for cancer can only be done through focus, dedication, and heart. We hire exceptional people and trust each other to work in whatever way lets us, be us – whether that’s onsite, from home, or anywhere in between. Our summer intern program , which will run from May 26 th – Aug 7 th , allows students to gain real world work experience in a high energy, collaborative work culture. This internship is designed for a high school student interested in learning how People Operations, Talent Acquisition, and Workplace Services function within a biotech company. The intern will be part of the Human Resources team and gain hands-on exposure to how employees are supported across the lifecycle, from hiring through day-to-day workplace experience. The role includes a collaborative summer project completed in partnership with another high school intern.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in high school (age 14+)
- Interest in learning about the biotech industry, specifically human resources, workplaces, and/or business functions
- Ability to work collaboratively with peers and adults
- Willingness to learn, follow instructions, and ask questions
- Reliable, organized, and attentive to detail
- Alignment with Karyopharm’s ICARE values: Innovation, Courage, Alignment & Accountability, Resilience, and Energy
- Must be able to complete the Karyopharm I nternship Program 26 May – 07 Aug 2025
- Current ly enrolled high school or college ( bachelor’s program) student
- Student must be returning to school in the Fall Term.
- Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0
- Must be highly organized and have the ability to work in independently and collaboratively as a team
- Clear, concise verbal & written communication
Responsibilities
- Collaborative Summer Project Work in partnership with another high school intern on a structured summer project exploring Karyopharm’s people operations, business functions, roles, and workplace practices
- Talent Acquisition & People Operations (Learning & Exposure) Observe interviews and learn about the hiring process
- Learn basic workplace rules, policies, and professional standards
- Gain exposure to how Talent Acquisition and People Operations support employees and managers
- Assist with age-appropriate administrative tasks as needed
- Workplace Services & Office Operations Support onsite workplace experience through conference room setup, resets, and basic facility checks
- Assist with office organization, supply checks, and simple equipment maintenance
- Help document workplace assets and processes (e.g., room setups, thermostat locations)
- Provide general support for food, beverage, and event setup during Core Weeks
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
