About the role#
As an HR Compliance Intern, you will support field HR teams with administrative, operational, and project-based tasks. You will act as a partner to the team by responding to frontline employee inquiries, supporting HR programs, and maintaining data accuracy. This role focuses on driving process improvements to help teams work more effectively.
What you'll do#
- Organize, track, and complete compliance projects, including policy and regulatory change management assessments.
- Ensure all compliance project deadlines and deliverables are met.
- Build, maintain, and analyze Excel-based reports, trackers, and dashboards.
- Create ongoing compliance audits and identify potential trends.
- Contribute ideas and solutions to improve human resources risk and compliance processes and workflows.
- Communicate with internal stakeholders via email, chat, and in-person meetings.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Human Resources, Industrial Organizational Psychology, Communications, or Business.
- Availability to work 40 hours per week on-site for a minimum of 12 weeks.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, specifically Excel and Word.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to learn quickly, adapt to change, and take initiative.
- A resourceful and analytical approach to problem-solving.
- Previous work experience, internships, or project management experience are considered a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Austin, Texas.
- Term: Winter 2027 (starting January 2027).
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time intern.
About Tesla
Tesla produces electric vehicles, battery storage systems, and solar energy products. Founded in 2003, the company operates six vertically integrated factories across three continents. It is headquartered in Austin, Texas, and employs over 10,000 people. The organization designs, manufactures, sells, and services its products internally.
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