HR Intern - Long Beach, CA

Human Resources Intern

Urban Science is looking for a curious, organized, and people-focused Human Resources Intern to join our fast-paced team. In this role, you'll gain hands-on experience across all HR functions from recruiting and onboarding to employee engagement and operations, while contributing to real projects that drive our people strategy forward. You'll work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative, data-driven environment where innovation and performance go hand in hand.

This is a great opportunity for students who are passionate about HR and eager to learn in a setting that values both precision and creativity.

This role has current Hybrid Workplace flexibility local to our Long Beach, CA office. Candidates must be available and willing to work in-person two to three days per week.

Urban Science does not and will not provide immigration related sponsorship for this role, now or in the future.

As an HR Intern, this role is designed to help you connect what you're learning in your HR or business coursework to real-world workplace experiences. You'll learn by observing, assisting, and collaborating with experienced HR professionals while gaining exposure to how HR supports employees across multiple domestic and international locations, both in-office and remote. Under guidance, you'll be introduced to core HR areas such as onboarding, employee relations, performance management, leaves of absence, and understanding different employment regulations—primarily through shadowing, coordination, and administrative support.

You'll help keep HR documentation organized, support ongoing HR initiatives and change management efforts, and collaborate with HR team members locally and remotely. In addition, you'll take hands-on responsibility for select office operations, including managing employee access badges, parking access, and ordering, managing, and replenishing office supplies and snacks, contributing to a positive and welcoming employee experience.

This internship is a strong fit for students who are curious, detail-oriented, and interested in how people practices support a global, technology-driven consulting organization. The role is designed to provide hands-on learning, guided exposure, and practical experience while working alongside an experienced HR team.

• Ability to commit 20 hours per week during the academic year, with the opportunity to work up to 40 hours per week during summer and winter breaks, in accordance with California employment regulations
• Availability to work in-person at the Long Beach, CA office 2–3 days per week, with remaining hours worked remotely
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Analytics, or a related field
• Foundational understanding of HR concepts (e.g., recruiting, onboarding, employee engagement, basic employment law) gained through coursework, academic projects, or student organizations
• Interest in learning how HR supports employees across multiple locations, time zones, and work arrangements
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with employees and cross-functional partners
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to support documentation, coordination, and process-driven work
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and willing to learn new tools, systems, and workflows
• Collaborative, thoughtful, and proactive, with a willingness to ask questions and contribute ideas
• Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, and integrity when handling confidential or sensitive information
• Familiarity with HR systems (e.g., applicant tracking or learning platforms such as iCIMS or Halogen) is a plus, but not required

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience applying HR and business coursework in a professional, consulting-oriented environment
• Exposure to how HR partners with the business to support employees across domestic and international teams
• Practical experience supporting employee operations, including access badges,…