Human Resources Generalist Internship

Job Title: People Operations Generalist Intern (People Partner)

Company: Red Tail Acquisitions

Location: Irvine, CA (On-site)

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Internship Duration: 10-week paid internship

Internship Dates: May 26, 2026 – July 31, 2026

Supervisor: People Operations Director

Position Overview

Red Tail Acquisitions is seeking a People Operations Generalist Intern to join our Irvine office for a 10-week paid summer internship. This role provides hands-on exposure to the administrative and operational side of HR and People Operations, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how HR supports the employee experience from onboarding through offboarding.

Interns will be mentored by a senior leader at Red Tail Acquisitions, and many will have the opportunity to work directly with our leadership team on assigned, real-world special projects. This is a highly administrative internship designed to build foundational HR knowledge, systems experience, and professional workplace skills in a collaborative environment.

What You’ll Do

As a People Operations Generalist Intern, you will support the People Operations team with a variety of administrative and operational responsibilities, including but not limited to:

• Assisting with reviewing time entries, commissions, bonuses, and payroll-related data for accuracy
• Supporting onboarding processes by preparing and processing new hire paperwork and entering employee data into HRIS/payroll systems
• Maintaining accurate digital and physical personnel records in compliance with company standards
• Helping track employee time-off balances including vacation, sick leave, and other absences
• Supporting new hire communications to ensure a smooth first 90 days
• Assisting with payroll audit support and identifying potential discrepancies
• Processing wage adjustments, deductions, garnishments, and related payroll items as needed
• Supporting workers’ compensation claim tracking and documentation
• Assisting with distribution of pay-related materials and coordination with site locations
• Coordinating exit interviews for voluntary terminations when requested
• Supporting initial intake of employee questions or concerns and escalating appropriately
• Running reports and assisting with data audits
• Supporting monthly and quarterly labor/statistical reporting
• Assisting with general administrative tasks and special HR projects
  
  

What You’ll Gain

• Real-world exposure to People Operations, payroll, and HR systems
• Insight into behind-the-scenes HR functions that support employees daily
• Hands-on experience with HR administrative processes and compliance
• Direct mentorship from senior leadership at Red Tail Acquisitions
• Opportunity to contribute to real-world HR and business projects
• Exposure to employee relations, onboarding, and workforce operations
  
  

Intern Professional Expectations

• Always maintain a professional demeanor
• Demonstrate punctuality, perfect attendance, and a positive attitude
• Be dependable, organized, and exercise good judgment
• Show initiative and a strong willingness to learn
• Maintain positive working relationships with peers and team members
  
  

Requirements & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Currently enrolled in a 4-year accredited program, Real Estate, Hospitality or Property Management preferred.
• Sophomore year completed by start of Internship, preferred.
• High school diploma required (currently enrolled in or pursuing higher education preferred)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple administrative tasks
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) required
• ADP Workforce Now experience preferred
• ADP eTIME (Enterprise eTIME) experience preferred
• Payroll or ADP certification preferred but not required
• Strong communication skills and professional demeanor
  
  

Additional Information

This is a fully on-site internship based in Irvine, CA, operating Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The program is designed to provide meaningful exposure to People Operations while supporting real administrative HR functions in a professional, fast-paced environment.

Red Tail Acquisitions is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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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