HR Development Program (3 Months - Path to Hire)

Space Kinetic is a dual-use space technology startup building a new architecture for space operations that brings the advantages of proliferated drone technology—low-cost, operationally flexible, attainable, and distributed—to space missions while reducing reliance on consumable fuel. We aim to move away from one-to-one space architectures and unlock a ‘one-to-many’ system where each satellite can deploy multiple payloads at high velocities without firing a thruster.

About the role

This is a full-time, onsite three-month Development Program at our headquarters in El Segundo, California. The program serves as a pathway to a career at Space Kinetic, where interns become part of core technical, operations, and business teams, work on mission-critical projects, and are evaluated for long-term opportunities based on performance, initiative, collaboration, and ownership. Outstanding interns may receive a full-time employment offer before or upon completion. Qualified participants relocating for the program may be eligible for a housing stipend, and applications are accepted year-round based on hiring needs.

Over the three-month program, you will be paired with a mentor, assigned one to three meaningful projects, and provide monthly progress updates to the Leadership team.

Responsibilities

• Support administration and organization of the company hiring system and recruiting workflows
• Support internship and university recruiting efforts through Handshake and related recruiting platforms
• Support candidate tracking, recruiting reports, and hiring documentation
• Help organize interview feedback and recruiting records
• Assist with interview scheduling and candidate communication
• Assist with onboarding and recruiting administrative activities as needed
• Maintain job postings and careers pages across multiple platforms

Requirements

• Graduate of a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, Marketing, Psychology, Information Systems, or related field
• Ability to work with minimal direction or support and to learn quickly; strong analytical skills; detail-oriented; commitment to follow-through; enthusiastic and proactive; receptive to feedback; and effective written communication skills
• Interest in recruiting operations, HR systems, employer branding, or startup environments
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State (ITAR requirements)

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with recruiting systems, applicant tracking systems, or career platforms
• Passion for the commercial and government space industry

Pay

This position is paid hourly based on the candidate’s highest completed degree at the time of hire:

• Bachelor’s degree: $30 per hour
• Master’s degree: $35 per hour
• PhD: $42 per hour

Pay grades are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual pay will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, relevant education/experience, certifications, abilities, and internal equity.

Schedule

Full-time, onsite for three months at our headquarters in El Segundo, California.