HR & Recruiting Intern

Title: HR & Recruiting Intern
Company: Heven AeroTech
Location: Sterling Virginia
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Reports To: People Operations Manager / Recruiting Team

About Our Company
At Heven AeroTech (Heven) we dont just believe in the power of peoplewe build our success on it. As a recognized leader in hydrogen-powered drones weve earned recognition for creating a workplace where innovation thrives collaboration is second nature and every employee feels valued. Our culture is anchored in trust and a shared commitment to excellence.

We believe great teams are built on individuals who are humble hungry and smartthose who put team success first take initiative to continuously improve and demonstrate strong interpersonal awareness. At Heven your voice matters your ideas are heard and your contributions make a tangible impact as you grow through hands-on experience and collaboration across the team.

Role Summary
The HR & Recruiting Intern will support the People Operations and Recruiting teams by assisting with talent acquisition onboarding employee engagement and HR administrative processes. This internship provides hands-on exposure to the full employee lifecycle while offering practical experience in a fast-paced aerospace and technology environment. The ideal candidate is highly organized detail-oriented eager to learn and interested in building a career in Human Resources Recruiting or Business Operations.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist with recruiting activities including candidate sourcing resume screening interview scheduling and candidate communications.
• Support the management of applicant tracking systems and recruiting documentation.
• Assist with onboarding activities including preparing new hire materials and coordinating pre-employment requirements.
• Help maintain employee records personnel files and HR documentation in accordance with company policies.
• Support employee engagement initiatives training programs and company events.
• Conduct research and assist with HR projects process improvements and reporting activities.
• Prepare spreadsheets presentations and other materials to support People Operations initiatives.
• Participate in recruiting HR and cross-functional team meetings.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling employee and candidate information.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

Required

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an accredited college or university pursuing a degree in Human Resources Business Administration Psychology Communications or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook Excel Word and PowerPoint.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a customer-service mindset.
• Eagerness to learn and contribute to a growing organization.
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written) is required to perform the responsibilities of this role.
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.
• If this role requires access to information controlled under U.S. export control laws (ITAR/EAR) applicants must also qualify as a U.S. person under 22 CFR 120.62 (U.S. citizen U.S. national lawful permanent resident or protected individual such as an asylee or refugee).

Preferred

• Prior internship volunteer campus leadership or work experience in Human Resources Recruiting Administration or a related field.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) HRIS platforms or recruiting tools.
• Interest in talent acquisition employee relations HR operations or organizational development.
• Experience coordinating projects events or team activities.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing and operating office equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with candidates employees and stakeholders.
• Ability to occasionally move throughout office laboratory warehouse or production environments.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 15 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) when entering manufacturing or production areas.

Benefits Overview
Heven AeroTech offers interns valuable hands-on experience mentorship from experienced HR and recruiting professionals and exposure to innovative aerospace technologies. Interns gain practical experience across recruiting and People Operations functions while developing professional skills that support future career growth.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Heven AeroTech is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.