Intern, People Partner

About Workato

Workato transforms technology complexity into business opportunity. As the leader in enterprise orchestration, Workato helps businesses globally streamline operations by connecting data, processes, applications, and experiences. Its AI-powered platform enables teams to navigate complex workflows in real-time, driving efficiency and agility.

Trusted by a community of 400,000 global customers, Workato empowers organizations of every size to unlock new value and lead in today’s fast-changing world. Learn how Workato helps businesses of all sizes achieve more at workato.com.

Why join us?

Ultimately, Workato believes in fostering a flexible, trust-oriented culture that empowers everyone to take full ownership of their roles. We are driven by innovation and looking for team players who want to actively build our company.

But, we also believe in balancing productivity with self-care. That’s why we offer all of our employees a vibrant and dynamic work environment along with a multitude of benefits they can enjoy inside and outside of their work lives.

If this sounds right up your alley, please submit an application. We look forward to getting to know you!

Also, feel free to check out why:

• Business Insider named us an “enterprise startup to bet your career on”
• Forbes’ Cloud 100 recognized us as one of the top 100 private cloud companies in the world
• Deloitte Tech Fast 500 ranked us as the 17th fastest growing tech company in the Bay Area, and 96th in North America
• Quartz ranked us the #1 best company for remote workers

Responsibilities

We’re looking for a passionate and motivated People Partner Intern to join our People Team. This internship is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in building a career in Human Resources and gaining exposure to the business partner function. As an intern, you’ll support key people initiatives that help drive an outstanding employee experience and day-to-day operations while learning how People Business Partners align HR strategy with business needs.

You’ll work closely with experienced HR professionals and business stakeholders to learn about and gain hands-on experience in people operations, cross-functional collaboration, and HR programs and processes in a dynamic, fast-paced international environment. The ideal candidate is curious, organized, proactive, and eager to grow in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

During this internship, you will:

• Support our global People Business Partners in gathering data, processing job changes, creating reports, and developing materials to inform HR strategies and employee programs
• Assist with coordinating employee engagement activities and communications
• Help track and organize employee lifecycle programs and processes (onboarding, offboarding, performance reviews, individual growth plans, etc.)
• Participate in employee listening efforts (e.g., pulse surveys) and summarize insights
• Research and benchmark best practices in HR and organizational development
• Shadow and attend meetings with People Business Partners and business leaders to understand how HR supports business goals
• Help contribute to improving our teams document storage and knowledge-sharing practices
• Collaborate with team members on special projects related to performance management, talent development, DEI, and change management initiatives

Requirements

Qualifications / Experience / Technical Skills

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Organizational Development, or a related field
• Strong interest in a career in Human Resources or People Operations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment
• Comfortable working with sensitive and confidential information
• Proficient in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides)
• Prior internship or project experience in HR, talent management, or a people-facing role is a plus

What You'll Gain:

• Hands-on exposure to HR business partnering in a dynamic organization
• Mentorship and professional development from experienced People professions
• Opportunities to contribute meaningfully to real HR initiatives
• Experience working cross-functionally with departments like Legal, Finance, Talent Acquisition, and Operations
• A better understanding of HR’s role in shaping company culture, driving performance, and enabling growth

For California applicants, the pay for this role may range between $20 - $22 plus variable, benefits, perks and equity.