HR Generalist Intern

About the role

What you will do

• Source and screen candidates, conduct initial telephonic screenings, shortlist applicants, coordinate interviews, and maintain recruitment trackers.
• Coordinate pre-joining formalities, offer letters, document collection, background verification support, new-joiner induction, and first-day arrangements.
• Maintain employee records, HRIS data, attendance and leave trackers, draft HR letters, support payroll inputs, and manage exit documentation.
• Assist in organising employee engagement activities, events and celebrations, collecting feedback, and communicating HR announcements.
• Assist in updating HR policies and SOPs, tracking statutory compliance requirements, and maintaining accurate, audit-ready HR records.
• Prepare HR MIS reports on headcount, attrition, hiring and attendance, while maintaining Excel or Google Sheets trackers and dashboards.
• Coordinate training sessions, track attendance and feedback, and assist with performance review administration.

What we are looking for

• Basic understanding of HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee engagement and HR operations.
• Proficiency in MS Office or Google Workspace, especially Excel, and familiarity with Naukri or LinkedIn is an advantage.
• Strong organisational, follow-up and multitasking skills, with attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of employee information, along with a proactive and positive attitude.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, with strong interpersonal abilities.

Nice to have

• Prior experience with HR internships or recruitment coordination.
• Familiarity with HRIS tools and Excel-based HR reporting.
• Basic understanding of HR policies, statutory compliance and payroll processes.