People Operations Intern (Summer 2027)

About the role

Summer internships will range between the months of May and September depending on university schedules. Internship is full-time and on-site in Mountain View, CA. We’re seeking a self-starting, detail-oriented People Operations Intern. You’ll step into a position where you will learn People Operations fundamentals firsthand and support our day-to-day functions. This position reports to the People Operations Specialist. Interns can look forward to owning a project from start to finish, which could involve building out new people processes, optimizing our onboarding experience, or helping drive key employee feedback initiatives. Come work with the team and help shape the culture and operational foundation for our team members! You’ll thrive in this role if you’re energized by fast-moving environments, enjoy solving problems collaboratively, lead with empathy, and are eager to build a career in People Operations. Muon is a small and fast-growing startup which offers interns the experience to get direct mentorship and have real impact on our programs. As an intern, you'll collaborate with a dynamic team in a startup environment and have the chance to learn from some of the most accomplished and experienced professionals in the industry. We're committed to offering an experience where your decisions and contributions play a pivotal role in driving Muon's success.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational support for broader People Ops initiatives, including team culture efforts.
• Assist in coordinating a seamless onboarding process for new hires, including managing welcome communications and schedule coordination.
• Help create, update, and maintain internal wikis, FAQs, and self-serve resources so employees can easily find answers on their own.
• Build, schedule, and compile feedback surveys (e.g., in Lattice) to help measure and improve the early employee experience.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and sharp attention to detail, ensuring accuracy across administrative tasks and documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with an empathetic, warm, and professional approach.
• High level of integrity and the ability to handle sensitive, confidential information with sound judgment.
• Tech-savvy and comfortable using Google Workspace, Slack, or HR management software; quick to adapt to new tools and workflows.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and stay organized in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment.

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