People Operations Intern (HR)

About the role

As a People Operations Intern you will support the People Ops team in delivering accurate, compliant, and employee‑centric HR services during a 3‑6 month Co‑op/Tamheer training program in Saudi Arabia. You will gain hands‑on experience with core HR processes, data integrity, and Saudi labour regulations while working under close supervision.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain accurate employee data for KSA staff by processing routine updates under supervision.
• Support employee lifecycle transactions such as new‑hire documentation, record updates, and transfers.
• Assist with periodic data audits, validating records and flagging discrepancies.
• Keep HR systems up to date and ensure data alignment across platforms.
• Respond to routine HR inquiries, escalating complex questions as needed.
• Process standard employee requests, including HR letters, salary certificates, and leave balance inquiries.
• Prepare documentation for GOSI registrations, updates, and removals.
• Assist with medical insurance enrollment and basic employee queries.
• Help prepare Qiwa contract documentation under guidance.
• Support onboarding and off‑boarding coordination, including documentation and system updates.
• Prepare basic reports and data summaries for senior HR review.
• Maintain organized employee records for audits and internal reviews.
• Contribute ideas for process improvements and perform additional tasks as assigned.

Required profile

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• No prior work experience required; coursework, volunteering, or project exposure to HR is a plus.
• Eligible for a 3‑6 month Co‑op/Tamheer training program.
• Interest in Saudi labour laws and HR regulations with willingness to learn government platforms such as GOSI and Qiwa.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and eagerness to learn in a fast‑paced environment.

Required skills

• Google Workspace
• Familiarity with HR systems (e.g., BambooHR, Jira) – optional
• Basic knowledge of Saudi government platforms (GOSI, Qiwa) – optional