HR Intern

papernest Spain; Barcelona; Hybrid; EUR 7,600 - 10,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly internship stipend €800

Remote work 1 day per week

Friday breakfast meals

Job summary

papernest Spain in Barcelona is seeking an HR intern to support the HR team from January 2027 for 6 months. You will contribute to onboarding, offboarding, employee data management, and be a local contact for staff.

You will participate in HR projects and collaborate with managers to apply HR policies while improving processes. Fluent English and French are required; Spanish is a plus, and Google Workspace and Workday are used.

Qualifications

• You are currently studying in HR / Psychology / Administration / Management.
• You have a strong interest in HR topics and want to discover more.
• You are motivated, organized, rigorous, dynamic and proactive.
• You speak fluent English and French; Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• HR Administration: manage and follow-up on administrative HR processes with employees, managers and the HR team.
• Lead onboarding processes and propose improvements for a high-level integration.
• Involved in offboarding preparation for exiting interns.
• Maintain and update employee files and collect necessary documents.
• Serve as a local, trusted contact for employees on absences, payroll, and queries.
• Support managers on correct application of HR policies and compliance.
• Participate in transversal HR projects for Barcelona as defined by your interests (diversity, training, process improvements, retention).

Skills

HR knowledge

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Education

HR / Psychology / Administration / Management student

Tools

Google Workspace

Workday

Job description

Since 2015, papernest has been transforming the way people manage their contracts, making subscription, management, and switching simple through one smart, intuitive platform. We have supported more than 2 million customers across France, Spain, and Italy. Along the way, we have continued to invest in new verticals, establishing papernest as a high-performing, innovative, and competitive scale-up in a fast-growing market. With over 900 employees, we are strengthening our position as a European market leader.

Position Overview

As a HR intern, you will be part of the HR Team of Barcelona and your role will consist in being the warrant of HR processes, act as a point of contact for employees and participate in various HR projects from January 2027 for 6 months.

Responsibilities

HR Administration: you will be involved and act on all administrative HR processes to make sure of their rigorous management and follow-up with employees, managers and the HR team. In particular, you will intervene in:

• Onboarding : You will lead the integration process and make proposals to keep it at the highest level.
• Offboarding : You will be involved in the preparation of all the offboarding process
• Employee file management : You will regularly collect/update the information about every employee
• Absences and personal data management : You will be responsible for gathering every legal document (medical and administrative documents etc…) and for helping the employees in the process.
• Employee Management: You will position yourself as a local and trusted contact for employees in order to answer their questions and you will act as a point of contact for them on questions regarding absences, payroll… You will be in charge of making sure that interns’ experience at papernest is as flawless as possible: to achieve that aim, you will lead mid-internship interviews as well as exit-internship interviews to gather insightful feedback.
• Support to Managers: You will support the rest of the HR team in advising managers on the correct application of the HR policies and compliance with the regulatory framework. You will work with them on initiatives that contribute to the development and retention of talent.
• HR Transversal Projects: You will take part in transversal HR projects for Barcelona (that will be defined according to your wishes !). Here are some examples of transversal projects we are currently working on:
  • diversity and inclusion in the company
  • implementation of regular HR training for managers
  • improvement of all the HR processes
  • retention and motivation of employees

About you

• You are currently studying in HR / Psychology / Administration / Management / You have a strong interest in HR topics and want to discover more !
• You are motivated, organized, rigorous, dynamic and proactive
• You are able to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Your interpersonal skills allow you to be a good listener and to easily create a relationship with all types of interlocutors
• You are agile and can adapt to different situations and to a fast paced environment
• You speak fluent English and French, Spanish would be a plus
• You are comfortable using Google Workspace and Workday

Regardless of your age, gender, background, religion, sexual orientation, or disability, there’s a place for you with us. Our selection processes are designed to be inclusive, and our work environment is adapted to everyone’s needs. We particularly encourage applications from women. Even if you feel that you don’t meet all the criteria outlined in this job posting, please know that every application is valuable. We strongly believe that diverse and varied backgrounds enrich our team, and we will carefully consider your application. Parity and diversity are essential assets to our success.

What We Offer You

• Evolve in an international and inclusive environment: Everyone has a place at papernest, and with over 46 nationalities, it’s common to start a sentence in French and finish it in English or Spanish!
• Compensation & Partnerships: your talent deserves to be rewarded! Enjoy a monthly compensation of €800 for your internship. We value every contribution and are committed to offering attractive pay for your efforts and dedication. With your papernest badge, you will also have access to various partner services (restaurants, wellness centers, mobility, etc.).
• Meals: a healthy and balanced breakfast is provided every Friday!
• Career Development: "coffee-and-photocopy" interns don't exist here! As a full member of the team, you are here to learn, but also to share your ideas and implement projects. You will be supported throughout your journey to maximize your skills and prepare for your future.
• Remote Work: enjoy 1 day of remote work per week to optimize your focus and efficiency.

Hiring Process

• First call with Giulia, Talent Acquisition Partner (30 min)
• First Interview with Cristina, HR Business Partner (45 min)
• Second Interview with Maria, HR Assistant (45 min)

About Us

At papernest, we believe that moving home and managing everyday contracts should be simple, seamless, and stress-free. We are a fast-growing European scale-up on a mission to simplify one of life’s most complicated moments: moving. Our platform allows users to centralize, subscribe, transfer, and manage all their essential contracts—such as energy, internet, insurance, and more—in one place, completely free of charge. Founded in Paris, papernest has grown into a multicultural company operating across several European markets. Our teams combine technology, product innovation, and operational excellence to deliver a smooth experience for millions of users. We are driven by impact. Every improvement we make in our product directly helps people save time, reduce administrative burden, and regain control of their daily lives.

Our Culture

We value ownership, curiosity, and collaboration. At papernest, ideas matter more than hierarchy, and everyone is encouraged to contribute to shaping the product and the company. We move fast, test, learn, and iterate. Ambition and pragmatism go hand in hand: we aim high, but we focus on delivering real value every day. Diversity and international collaboration are part of our DNA, with teams bringing together a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Why Join Us

Joining papernest means becoming part of a company that is scaling rapidly while staying deeply focused on user experience and impact. You will work on meaningful problems, collaborate with talented teams, and help shape a product used by millions across Europe. We are building more than a product—we are building a simpler way to manage life’s essential services.