People Operations Summer Intern
Who We Are
Authentic Brands Group (Authentic) is a leading sports, media, entertainment and lifestyle platform. As the owner of some of the most iconic and beloved intellectual property in the world, Authentic acquires and invests in brands to create long-term value for all of its stakeholders.
A digital-first, asset-light platform, Authentic sits at the intersection of culture, commerce and technology. It brings brands to life and cultivates fandom through powerful storytelling, premium content and unforgettable live experiences. Together with nearly 2,000 best-in-class licensing partners across 150 countries and an expansive distribution network, Authentic’s brands drive more than $38 billion in annual systemwide retail sales worldwide.
Why Authentic
You’ll be able to access the resources and scale, while leveraging innovative technology and nimble environment. What we’re saying is, this isn’t your average day job. If you’re hungry to drive ideas into action and own your career, let’s chat. Our team is rapidly innovating to evolve and define the future of our brands. With the help of some of the brightest minds in retail, marketing, licensing, legal and more, we are building the intersection of digital and experiential marketing to help achieve that mission. We reimagine, evolve and transform brands! At Authentic, we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought and expertise drive competitive advantage. Our global teams are built by go-getters who contribute unique perspectives and push the boundaries of creativity and innovation. Headquartered in New York City, Authentic has offices in major metropolitan cities including Los Angeles and Miami, as well as Toronto, Mexico City, London, and Shanghai.
What You’ll Do:
The People & Culture Intern will join our rapidly growing team for the Summer of 2025 (June - August). They will be responsible for a broad range of tasks supporting the People & Culture team but will primarily be focused on overseeing the project management of our teams’ key initiatives. This role will play a critical part in driving People & Culture’s transformational efforts by enhancing operational efficiency and supporting organizational growth.
What you’ll be working on and learn:
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Develop the structure for a weekly executive readout of our functions keys projects and initiatives, leaning on best practices in project management methodologies.
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Support general HR tasks alongside the project, such as:
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Assisting onboarding/offboarding documentation
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Manages files to new system databases
- Collaborate with key stakeholders across the People & Culture, IT, Legal, and Finance teams to define scope, objectives, deliverables and ensure project deadlines are met.
- Partner in driving change management initiatives to ensure successful adoption of new HR processes, systems, and initiatives across the organization.
- Facilitate frequent and effective communication and collaboration across project teams, stakeholders, and senior leadership, providing regular updates and status reports.
- Identify opportunities for process optimization and automation to enhance our team’s operational efficiency and effectiveness.
Must Haves:
- Currently pursuing a degree in business, Human Resources, Project Management, or a related field
- Currently enrolled in an undergrad/graduate degree program
- Able to work up to 20 hours per week
- Able to work onsite 2 days in our NYC office
- A self-starter who is result-oriented, resourceful, innovative, intellectually curious and who takes initiative and risks
- Exceptional discretion and confidentiality
- Previous data management experience
- Strong technical aptitude, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and related tools
- Identifies and analyzes problems, develops solutions and shows good judgment about which solutions will work
Primary Location Salary Range:
The hourly rate for an undergraduate student intern in New York, NY, is $18
The hourly rate for a graduate student intern in New York, NY, is $22
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