HR Intern—Talent Acquisition Focus—Bilingual Required (Mandarin&English)

XtalPi Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

XtalPi Inc. seeks a motivated HR Intern to support our North American HR team, focusing on recruitment lifecycle, candidate engagement, and onboarding logistics.

You will source candidates, coordinate interviews across time zones, maintain ATS data, and assist with offer letters while ensuring compliance with U.S. labor laws.

This role offers hands-on experience in a high-growth biotech and tech environment and exposure to global HR operations.

Qualifications

• Currently a student (Junior/Senior) or recent graduate in HR, Psychology, Business, or related field.
• Familiarity with recruitment tools and AI-assisted sourcing is a plus.
• Basic understanding of U.S. employment laws (EEO) and data privacy standards.
• Proficiency in English; Mandarin is advantageous for global coordination.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing & Research: assist recruiters in identifying potential candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, and networks.
• Interview Coordination: schedule high-volume interviews across time zones and maintain a smooth experience for candidates and managers.
• Candidate Engagement: conduct initial resume screenings and reach out to passive candidates to gauge interest.
• ATS Management: maintain and update the Applicant Tracking System to ensure data integrity and compliance.
• Employer Branding: help create content for social media to promote the company culture and open roles.
• Administrative Support: assist with background checks, offer letters, and onboarding logistics.

Skills

Recruitment Tools

Compliance

Bilingual Capability

Communication

Detail-Oriented

Adaptability

Discretion

Education

HR, Psychology, Business, or related field

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS

Job description

Position Overview

We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented HR Intern to join our North American HR team. This role will primarily support our recruitment life cycle, helping us identify and engage top-tier talent in the biotechnology and technology sectors. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in high-growth executive search and global HR operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Sourcing & Research: Assist recruiters in identifying potential candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter, Job Boards, and niche professional networks.
• Interview Coordination: Schedule high-volume interviews across multiple time zones, ensuring a seamless experience for both candidates and hiring managers.
• Candidate Engagement: Conduct initial resume screenings and outreach to passive candidates to gauge interest and qualification.
• ATS Management: Maintain and update our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to ensure data integrity and compliance.
• Employer Branding: Assist in creating content for social media (LinkedIn/WeChat) to promote our company culture and open roles.
• Administrative Support: Help with background check initiations, offer letter preparation, and onboarding logistics for new hires.

Qualifications

• Education: Current student (Junior/Senior) or recent graduate in HR, Psychology, Business, or a related field.

Skills

• Recruitment Tools: Familiarity with Recruitment tools and AI agents
• Compliance: Basic understanding of U.S. employment laws (EEO, Massachusetts-specific labor regulations) and data privacy standards.
• Bilingual Capability: Native or professional fluency in English is required. Proficiency in Mandarin is a significant advantage for global coordination.
• Communication: Ability to communicate with "warmth and professionalism," maintaining a high standard of candidate care even during rejections.
• Detail-Oriented: Exceptional organizational skills with a "zero-error" mindset when handling offer letters and sensitive documentation.
• Adaptability: A proactive "can-do" attitude with the ability to pivot quickly in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Discretion: Proven ability to handle confidential information with the utmost integrity.