People Operations Intern
Are you interested in how great employee experiences are built from day one? Do you enjoy working behind the scenes to keep processes organized, people supported, and teams running smoothly?
We are looking for a People Operations Intern to support core HR and People Ops functions across the employee lifecycle. In this role, you will assist with onboarding and offboarding processes, help maintain HR systems and documentation, and collaborate closely with the People Operations team on day-to-day operations and special projects. This internship offers hands-on exposure to People Operations in a fast-growing technology company and the opportunity to contribute to building a positive, well-organized workplace.
Join us to reimagine the future of human-robot interaction.
Collaborative Robotics is a team of innovators and builders redefining the future of human-robot interaction. We are working to realize a world where robots are a trusted extension of your surroundings. They work, adapt, and react around you. Not the other way around.
This role is located at our Santa Clara, CA office.
This is a part-time, 6-month internship starting in February 2026.
The application deadline for this role is January 11th, 2026. Interviews will take place mid–late January 2026.
Key Responsibilities:
Support employee onboarding processes, including sending related emails, preparing onboarding communications, and coordinating first-day logistics
Assist with pre-onboarding tasks, such as system setup, documentation collection, and checklist tracking
Help maintain and update HR systems (HRIS, internal trackers, shared folders) with accurate employee data
Support offboarding processes, including coordination of access removal, documentation, and exit checklists
Assist with HR documentation (policies, templates, internal guides, and process updates)
Help track and support compliance-related activities, including training completion and recordkeeping
Provide general People Operations administrative support as needed
Collaborate closely with the People Operations team on ad hoc projects and process improvements
Minimum Qualifications:
Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, Communications, or a related field
Highly motivated teammate with excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Comfortable working with systems, spreadsheets, and documentation
Enjoy working in a fast-paced, collaborative, and dynamic start-up environment as part of a small team
Must have and maintain U.S. work authorization
Preferred Qualifications:
Interest in People Operations, HR, or Talent Operations
Prior internship or administrative experience in HR, operations, or office management
Familiarity with G-drive and Slack
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Interest in working at a high-growth technology or robotics company
This internship is paid hourly at $20/hr and includes daily learning opportunities, direct mentorship from experienced engineers, and a fun, collaborative work environment. Please note: relocation assistance is not provided – applicants must already be located within commuting distance of Santa Clara, CA