Starburst is the data platform for analytics, applications, and AI, unifying data across clouds and on-premises to accelerate AI innovation. Organizations—from startups to Fortune 500 enterprises in 60+ countries—rely on Starburst for fast data access, seamless collaboration, and enterprise-grade governance on an open hybrid data lakehouse. Wherever data lives, Starburst unlocks its full potential, powering data and AI from development to deployment. By future-proofing data architecture, Starburst helps businesses fuel innovation with AI.
About the role
We are seeking a motivated and detail oriented HR Intern to join our People team. This internship offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience across various HR functions, including HR operations, recruitment, employer branding, and total rewards. In this role, you will participate in meaningful projects that will have a lasting impact on the organization and learn in a fast paced environment. The ideal candidate for this position is someone that is eager to learn, highly organized, and able to manage multiple tasks.
As a HR intern Starburst you will:
- Organize, coordinate, and manage our monthly employee learning series, ensuring engaging content and smooth execution
- Assist with the planning and coordinating of employee events
- Compile and organize HR frequently asked questions into structured and accessible documentation
- Document job architecture and career progression path resources for employees
- Assist in planning, creating, and managing employer branding content across various platforms
- Develop nurture campaigns to attract and recruit passive talent and strengthen our employer branding
- Build a creative, inclusive, and engaging job description template to be used across all departments.
- Develop clear and concise documentation of our company perks and benefits for candidates interviewing with Starburst
- Identify potential candidate pipeline for engineering and sales roles
- Maintain and update employee records in the HR system
- Assist in processing employee status changes and other HR transactions
- Assist the HR team with ad-hoc projects as needed to ensure the success of Starburst
Some of the things we look for:
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
- High degree of personal ownership and accountability; motivated, meticulously organized, and detail-oriented
- Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
- Proficiency in Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides)
- Curiously about how the various functions within HR operate and support overall business objectives
Where could this role be based?
- Boston, MA
Starburst is dedicated to maintaining fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range provided for this role reflects the minimum and maximum targets for candidates across all U.S. locations and could be inclusive of variable compensation, such as commission or bonus. All employees receive equity packages (ISOs) and have access to a comprehensive benefits offering. Actual compensation packages are determined based on relevant skills, experience, education and training, and specific work location. For more information, connect with the recruiting team or Hiring Manager during the process as they can provide more detailed information about the salary range.
Pay Range
$20—$25 USD
All-Stars have the opportunity and freedom to realize their true potential. By building alongside top talent, we’re empowered to take ownership of our careers and drive meaningful change. Anchored in industry-proven technology and unprecedented success, All-Stars are taking on the challenge everyday to disrupt our industry – and the future.
Our global workforce is supported by a competitive Total Rewards program that reflects our commitment to a rewarding and supportive work environment. This includes a variety of benefits like competitive pay, attractive stock grants, flexible paid time off, and more.
We are committed to fostering an intentional, inclusive, and diverse culture that drives deep engagement, authentic belonging, and an exceptional All-Star experience. We believe that diversity of thought, perspective, background and experience will enable us to own what we do, drive our success and empower our All-Stars to show up authentically.
Starburst provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state
or local laws.
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