Human Resources Recruiting Internship Summer 2026 at Varda Space Industries

About VardaLow Earth orbit is open for business. Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules.From life-saving pharmaceuticals to more powerful fiber optics there is a world of products used on Earth today that can only be manufactured in space. Varda is accelerating innovation in the orbital economy by creating both the products and infrastructure needed so space can directly benefit life on Earth. Our mission is to expand the economic bounds of humankind.Our team is uniquely suited to accomplishing this goal with leadership and staff comprised of veterans from SpaceX Blue Origin major pharmaceutical companies and Silicon Valley. Varda was founded in January 2021 by Will Bruey and Delian Asparouhov with significant backing from world class investors including Khosla Ventures Lux Capital Founders Fund Caffeinated Capital General Catalyst and Also Capital.Varda is headquartered in El Segundo California where we have offices and a production facility where our vehicles equipment and materials are built integrated and tested. Varda also has offices in Washington DC and Huntsville AL (coming soon).Join Varda and work to create a bustling in-space ecosystem.About This RoleSummer internships will range between the months of May and September. All dates dependent upon the university schedule of the selected students. Internships are full-time and on-site in Los Angeles CA. Candidates must be enrolled in a degree program to be considered.As a part of the HR/ Recruiting team you will work on various projects geared toward improving the efficiency and scalability of this role you will assist with various recruitment tasks such as posting job openings screening resumes and scheduling interviews. You will also support onboarding processes by helping with new hire documentation and orientation preparations. Additionally the candidate may contribute to HR projects track employee data and provide general administrative support to the team.Internships at Varda are optimal for students looking to grow technically and professionally while working on impactful projects critical to the companys success. You will be working on a collaborative team in a startup environment while being able to learn from some of most accomplished and experienced aerospace professionals in the world. Were dedicated to providing an experience that will let your decisions and contributions help drive Vardas success.ResponsibilitiesAssist in Recruitment Processes: Help post job openings screen resumes and coordinate interview schedules.Support Onboarding: Aid in preparing new hire documentation and facilitate orientation sessions.Conduct Research: Gather and analyze data on industry trends compensation and employee satisfaction.Handle Administrative Tasks: Manage HR records update employee databases and assist with internal communications.Participate in HR Projects: Contribute to initiatives such as employee engagement programs and policy updates.Provide General Support: Offer assistance to HR team members with day-to-day operations and special tasks as needed.Basic QualificationsPursuing a bachelors or masters degree from an accredited college or university in Communications Marketing Human Resources Business Administration Psychology or Organizational Behavior. Demonstrated ability to solve complex problemsExceptional verbal and written communication skillsDesire to work in a technically complex and fast-moving environmentPreferred Skills And ExperiencePrevious internship or co-op experienceGeneral interest in spaceITAR RequirementsVarda like all employers must ensure that its employees working in the United States are lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Additionally our employees are exposed to and have access to certain export-controlled items. At present some of our technology to which employees have access requires a license to be exported to individuals other than U.S. Persons as defined in U.S. export regulations. Because our employees are provided access to export-controlled items our current policy is to only hire U.S. persons who are permitted to have access to our technology without an export license.US person means: U.S. citizen U.S. lawful permanent resident or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) (i.e. individual admitted to the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum in the U.S.)Learn more about the ITAR here. BenefitsExciting team of professionals at the top of their field working by your sideEquity in a fully funded space startup with potential for significant growth (interns excluded)401(k) matching (interns excluded)Unlimited PTO (interns excluded)Health insurance including Vision and DentalLunch and snacks provided on site every day. Dinners provided twice a week.Maternity / Paternity leave (interns excluded)Varda Space Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit qualifications and performance. We will never discriminate on the basis of race color gender national origin ethnicity veteran status disability status age sexual orientation gender identity martial status mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.E-Verify StatementVarda Space Industries Inc. participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about theE-Verifyprogram.E-Verify Notice Right To Work NoticeRead more Read moreRequired Experience:Intern Key Skills Invoicing,Facilities Management,HVAC,AIX,Air Pressure Handling,AX Employment Type : Intern Experience: years Vacancy: 1