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

XtalPi Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

XtalPi Inc. is seeking a motivated HR Intern to support our North American HR team in Boston. You will assist in recruitment, coordinate interviews across time zones, screen resumes, and help with ATS maintenance and onboarding logistics.

The role offers exposure to high-growth biotech and tech environments, with opportunities to contribute to employer branding and compliance while developing hands-on HR skills.

Qualifications

• Current student or recent graduate in HR, Psychology, Business, or related field.
• Familiarity with recruitment tools and AI agents.
• Basic understanding of U.S. employment laws (EEO, MA labor regulations) and data privacy.
• Native or professional fluency in English; Mandarin is a plus.
• Strong communication, organization and discretion in handling sensitive info.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing & Research: assist recruiters in identifying candidates via LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards and networks.
• Interview Coordination: schedule high-volume interviews across time zones.
• Candidate Engagement: conduct resume screenings and outreach to passive candidates.
• ATS Management: maintain and update ATS for data integrity and compliance.
• Employer Branding: help create content for social media to promote culture and roles.
• Administrative Support: assist with background checks, offer letters and onboarding logistics.

Skills

Recruitment tools familiarity

Compliance understanding

Bilingual English/Mandarin

Communication

Detail-oriented

Adaptability

Discretion

ATS knowledge

Education

Current student or recent graduate in HR, Psychology, Business, or related field

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.