MBA HR Intern

NewsBreak; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive mentorship

HR rotation program

Job summary

NewsBreak is hiring an HR internship within its General Management Rotation Program (MRP). This role targets MBA-level candidates with at least 3 years of business experience, offering hands-on exposure to core HR functions and executive mentorship.

You will work with a Sr. HR Executive Sponsor, participate in multiple HR rotations, and complete assignments driving key HR objectives and personal development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 impactful assignments aligned with a HR objective.
• MBA graduating in 2026 or 2027.
• Prior business experience (e.g., investment banking, strategy, HR consulting).

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on exposure to core HR functions and executive mentorship.
• 2 impactful assignments aligned with HR objectives & personal development.
• Support senior HR leadership across rotation topics.

Skills

MBA candidate

Data analysis

Executive presence

Education

MBA degree (in progress)

Tools

Excel

Job description

About NewsBreak Founded in 2015, NewsBreak is the Content Intelligence platform shaping the future content economy. With over 40 million monthly active users, our flagship platform delivers highly personalized local news and information powered by advanced AI, recommendation systems, and adtech.

About NewsBreak Founded in 2015, NewsBreak is the Content Intelligence platform shaping the future content economy. With over 40 million monthly active users, our flagship platform delivers highly personalized local news and information powered by advanced AI, recommendation systems, and adtech. Recognized by Fast Company as #32 on the Top Workplaces for Innovators, we’re proud to be Great Place to Work® certified and home to a dynamic team of technologists, product innovators, and business leaders who are passionate about solving meaningful challenges at scale. Together, we reached unicorn status in 2021, and we remain committed to continuing this high-growth trajectory with the right team to fulfill our mission: building the infrastructure layer for content intelligence.

Description

NewsBreak is hiring an intern for the Human Resources track of our General Management Rotation Program (MRP). The goal of our MRP is to attract experienced (minimum 3 years business experience), high potential MBA upcoming graduates and develop them into future HR leaders within NewsBreak. This internship provides hands‑on exposure to core HR functions and executive mentorship, building the depth needed to accelerate individual development and prepare candidates for key HR roles upon program graduation.

Facts About NewsBreak's HR Internship

• It is a customized experience matching the needs of the individual intern with the business and needs of NewsBreak's HR team
• The internship provides exposure to multiple HR functions over its duration
• All interns are assigned a Sr. HR Executive Sponsor, as well as rotation leaders and mentors
• Minimum of 2 impactful assignments aligned with a key HR objective & personal development plan that drive business results
• Gain professional experience through challenging assignments, exposure across HR functions, and visibility to senior leadership
• May include exposure to various US operations/locations

Potential Functional Exposure

• Human Resources: Total Rewards → Human Resources Business Partner → Talent Acquisition → Employee Relations/HR Compliance

You Might Thrive in This Role If You Have

• Prior business experience (e.g., investment banking, strategic consulting, HR consulting)
• Currently pursuing an MBA degree at a top-tier program (Graduating in 2026 or 2027)
• Excellent business sense, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Deep interest in analyzing data with the ability to distill trends and provide principled recommendations
• Excellent communication, influencing, and interpersonal skills, with strong executive presence and the ability to present thoughtful input to decision-making
• Passion for innovative technologies and artificial intelligence, with a strong pulse on key HR trends, themes, and players

Hourly Pay: $35 - $55/hour

The US base salary range for this full-time position is listed below. Pay may vary based on a number of factors including job-related skills, level, experience, geographic location and relevant education or training. At NewsBreak, we design our overall rewards package to attract top talents. Depending on the position, the role may also be eligible for discretionary bonus and options. Your recruiter can share more details during the hiring process.

Annual Base Pay Range

$35 - $55 USD

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