People Team Intern - Summer 2027 (Aerospace)

Location: Mojave, California, United States; onsite position

Salary: $20.00–$25.00 hourly

Company

hirify.global develops reusable hypersonic flight testing and aerospace and defense technologies, including autonomous, air-launched Talon-A vehicles.

What you will do

• Rotate through Talent Management, Compensation, and Talent Acquisition to support HR programs and initiatives.
• Assist with performance management, employee development, engagement, learning, HR reporting, compensation research, benchmarking, job descriptions, and analysis.
• Support recruiting through job postings, candidate sourcing, interview coordination, candidate communications, recruiting metrics, and onboarding.
• Complete an HR project addressing a business need or process improvement opportunity and present findings and recommendations to HR leadership.
• Conduct research, analyze data, and prepare reports, presentations, trackers, and communications.
• Maintain confidential HR records, participate in team meetings, and support additional projects.

Requirements

• Strong interest in Human Resources, Talent Management, Compensation, or Talent Acquisition.
• Strong organizational, analytical, research, and problem-solving skills with effective written and verbal communication and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and collaborate across teams.
• Discretion and ability to handle sensitive employee and business information confidentially.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook; familiarity with HR or applicant tracking systems is a plus.
• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or a related field.
• This position is located in Mojave, California.

Nice to have

• Prior internship, coursework, campus involvement, or work experience related to HR, recruiting, analytics, or project management.
• Familiarity with HR systems or applicant tracking systems.

Culture & Benefits

• 9/80 work schedule.
• Healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs.
• Paid maternity and parental leave.
• 50% company match per contributed dollar into a 401(k) savings plan, up to $11,500.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• The role may involve operating company vehicles as part of assigned duties.

Hiring process

• Applications close November 7, 2026.
• Salary and leveling are determined case by case based on location, educational background, and demonstrated skills and experience during interviews.