HR Generalist Internship

Heritage Holdings; Milano; On-site; EUR 12,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading team

Exposure to external and internalStake

Job summary

Heritage Holdings in Milan is seeking an HR Generalist Intern to support daily HR operations across the employee lifecycle in an entrepreneurial, international team.

You will assist onboarding, HR administration, surveys, performance cycles, and reporting, while leveraging AI to improve processes.

This paid six-month internship starts September 2026, offering exposure to a diverse team and growth opportunities within our Modern Investment Office.

Qualifications

• Passion for People and HR processes.
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills.
• Proactive and innovative mindset in a growing environment.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Available from September 2026 for a 6-month internship.

Responsibilities

• Support onboarding for new hires from pre-boarding to first weeks on the job.
• Assist day-to-day HR administration and documentation.
• Support internal HR projects to improve employee experience and operational excellence.
• Contribute to designing and distributing employee surveys and analyzing results.
• Provide support during performance review cycles and track deadlines.
• Create reports to track HR metrics (headcount, turnover).
• Leverage AI and automation to boost HR processes.

Skills

Passion for HR processes

Excellent English communication

Proactive mindset

Independent & team player

Active listening

Education

Master in Human Resources

Job description

Who We Are

Heritage is building the Modern Investment Office, supporting some of the most prominent families globally to achieve their capital enhancement and preservation goals.

Our vision

Help clients build enduring wealth across generations by combining institutional-grade investment sourcing with personalized portfolio construction, cutting-edge technology, and deep sector expertise. We aim to make sophisticated private market opportunities and modern wealth solutions more transparent, connected, and actionable.

Our team comprises

of a diverse international group of individuals from leading organisations and with diverse backgrounds, including private equity, venture capital, banking, software development, law, and entrepreneurship. We are committed to attracting top-notch talent and providing opportunities for growth and development based on their individual strengths and interests.

Your role as HR Generalist Intern

As a member of HR Team, you will play a crucial role in supporting daily operations and collaborating with colleagues across all divisions to enhance our teams, strengthen our culture, and facilitate our growth. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on exposure to the full employee lifecycle in an entrepreneurial environment.

Activities Will Include

• Supporting throughout the onboarding process for new hires, from pre-boarding preparation to the first weeks on the job, ensuring a smooth integration experience
• Assisting with day-to-day HR administration, including contracts and documentation
• Supporting internal HR projects aimed at improving employee experience and operational excellence
• Contributing to the design and distribution of employee surveys, analyzing results to surface actionable insights on engagement and satisfaction
• Providing support during performance review cycles, helping track deadlines and consolidate feedback
• Creating reports to track key HR metrics (e.g. headcount, turnover), helping the team monitor progress and growth
• Leveraging AI and automation to boost HR processes and build smarter, scalable ways of working across People Operations

What We Are Looking For

• Passion for People and especially for HR processes
• University degree - master in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology or similar will be considered a plus
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
• Proactive and innovative mindset, confident to work in an extensively growing environment where a high degree of flexibility is required
• Driven, active listener, humble and hard-working both independently and in team
• Can join from September 2026 for a 6-month internship

What We Offer

A paid internship in the heart of Milan, starting in September and lasting six enriching months, will help shape you into a well-rounded professional. You will join an international team from 10+ nationalities whom you will interact with daily and at quarterly team-building events.

• Work with some of the best people in the industry. We are an industry-leading team, with Professionals from top organizations, such as Carlyle, CD&R, etc.
• Unmatched exposure to both external stakeholders (entrepreneurs, investors, etc.) and internal ones

Join us for an experience that combines professional growth with a positive work environment. Your journey begins here!

At Heritage, we are proud to have a diverse team representing over 15 nationalities, with all communication conducted in English. We are deeply committed to providing equal opportunities and work actively to remove potential biases in our hiring process by involving a Hiring Committee in all decision-making.

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