Axiom Space is a human space exploration company, building era-defining space infrastructure and delivering technology-driven solutions that will empower civilization to transcend Earth. Beginning with Axiom Station, successor to the International Space Station, the company is pioneering a next-generation orbital settlement that will foster groundbreaking innovation and research in microgravity and drive the global space economy of tomorrow. Today, guided by the vision of leading humanity's expansion off planet, Axiom Space is the principal provider of commercial human spaceflight services and developer of advanced spacesuits for the Moon and beyond. For more information about Axiom Space, visit www.axiomspace.com .
Axiom Space is a complex, fast-moving environment, and we are looking for a motivated, detail-oriented Human Resources Intern who is eager to learn from and be mentored by experienced HR professionals. This role supports the HR team across recruiting, employee relations, learning and development, payroll, and employee lifecycle administration.
Position Summary
The role requires strong organizational, time management, and written and verbal communication skills, along with a genuine curiosity for how a technical, mission-driven company attracts, develops, and supports the people behind human spaceflight and commercial space. This is a temporary, project-based internship supporting an active HR team. The internship will be onsite at Axiom Space in Houston, Texas from June 1 to August 20. Interns are responsible for arranging their own transportation and accommodations.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Support HR consultation services for leaders at multiple levels of the organization
Partner with the Recruiting team across the hiring process, including posting positions, sourcing candidates, reviewing resumes, screening candidates, and preparing submittals
Apply instructional design methods, learning strategies, and technology to help develop training curriculum
Assist with payroll processing, including reviewing and importing hours from the time and attendance system, entering tax and direct deposit information, and supporting regulatory compliance
Support the utilization of instructional design methodologies, learning strategies and technology to support the development of curriculum content
Maintain employee records and support each stage of the employee lifecycle, from onboarding to exit
Compile HR data from multiple sources into clean, accurate datasets and reports
Help improve HR processes and documentation, and present findings and recommendations to the team
Perform other duties as assigned
Education & Experience
Rising Junior, Senior, or Graduate Student pursuing a degree in Human Resources or related field
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
Prior internship, co-op, or hands-on project experience
Excellent attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines
Strong verbal and interpersonal skills, and comfort working with cross-functional teams
Core Skills
Passion for space and the mission
Entrepreneurial, growth mindset
High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally
Tech-solutioning in using systems and tools to move smarter and faster
Core Competencies:
Embody our core values of leadership , innovation , and teamwork. In addition, to perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Accountability
Technical Rigor
Execution Discipline
Pride of Delivery
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.
Requirements
This position may require access to export controlled technical data or technology subject to NASA regulations, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). In accordance with U.S. export control laws, final candidates may be required to undergo additional export control screening to determine eligibility for access. Meeting these…