People Operations Intern

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who’s fired up by our mission and ready to build. You’ll thrive here if you adapt quickly, take ownership, and care about the details.

You will join our People team as a summer intern from June 14th-August 20th 2027. You will work from our headquarters in Torrance, CA. Given that we’re a startup, you will be working in a fast-moving, dynamic environment that requires adaptability. That said, here are some responsibilities and qualifications we expect to stay relatively constant for this role.

What You'll Do

• Supporting day-to-day operations of the People team and contributing to broader People programs
• Coordinating and executing process improvement efforts to streamline workflows, such as organizing shared files and team resources so information is accurate and easy to find
• Developing training content and managing course assignments and completion tracking in EasyLlama
• Auditing employee records and internal systems for missing, outdated, or inconsistent data, and correcting issues so our records stay clean and reliable
• Supporting payroll by tracking employee changes, auditing timecards for wage and hour compliance, and coordinating timely manager approvals
• Preparing compliance paperwork for review, including state disability and family leave forms, wage garnishment orders, and employment verifications, and tracking deadlines through resolution
• Executing planning and logistics for the company retreat, from vendor coordination and travel to agenda and attendee communications
• Helping run company engagement efforts, such as scheduling and organizing new-hire lunches with our co-founders and maintaining our employee recognition program
• Pitching in wherever needed — this is a startup, after all

Minimum Qualifications

• Clear communicator — both written and verbal
• A systems mindset: you naturally look at ways to simplify, automate and improve processes
• Hands-on experience using AI tools
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Proactive problem-solver who thrives in fast-paced environments
• Proficiency with G Suite and quick to learn new tools
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and care
• A genuine interest in People Operations and how organizations work
• Eagerness to learn and adapt in a dynamic setting.

Bonus Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Communications, Sociology or a related field, with the ability to start a full time role in September 2027.
• Experience with HR systems - we use Rippling, Greenhouse and CultureAmp
• Exposure to startups or small team environments
• Enthusiasm for boating and clean energy.

What we offer

The base pay for this role is $32 per hour.

• Boat days – Yes, we actually go out on the water. A lot.
• Retirement savings — Traditional and Roth 401(k) access
• Safety support — Reimbursement for PPE, ergonomic equipment, and anything that ensures we keep our crew safe
• Relocation Assistance
• Mentorship Opportunities
• Office perks — Daily lunches, snacks, and good coffee while onsite