Part-time, on-site HR internship supporting people operations, onboarding/offboarding, payroll/benefits data, learning program coordination, employee engagement events and internal communications. Assist with administrative tasks, curate L&D resources, track participation, support DEIB and intranet (SharePoint) efforts, and contribute to projects that improve People & Culture processes.
Join one of the fastest growing, most dynamic companies in the furniture industry. For over 25 years, Four Hands has been a leading designer and wholesaler of furniture and décor, helping people create spaces that feel like home.
Recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies and named one of Austin’s Top Workplaces year after year. We invest in exceptional people — with a team of over 800 and growing — fostering our employees’ careers and celebrating them at every step of the way. Four Hands is where passion meets purpose and where your next chapter begins.
We’re on the lookout for an enthusiastic, detail-driven People & Culture Intern to join our dynamic team. This internship offers an exciting opportunity to dive deep into three essential areas of People & Culture: employee engagement, people development, and people operations. You’ll be at the heart of our human resources efforts, contributing to impactful projects and gaining hands-on experience. If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and make a real impact, we want to hear from you.
This position is expected to start September 2026 and continue through the entire Fall 2026 term (through December 2026). Our internships are a minimum of 12 weeks, part-time (20 to 25 hours) and on-site.
This position is expected to start September 2026 and continue through the entire Fall 2026 term (through December 2026). Our internships are a minimum of 12 weeks, part-time (20 to 25 hours) and on-site.
People Operations
- Assist with People & Culture administrative tasks, including maintaining employee records and processing paperwork
- Support payroll, benefits, safety and compliance by organizing data and ensuring accuracy
- Support the onboarding and offboarding processes, including new hire documentation and terminations
- Collaborate on projects to gain practical experience; learn and contribute to people operations processes
People Development
- Assist in planning and organizing learning programs
- Curate learning resources (articles, podcasts, LinkedIn Learning courses)
- Track employee participation in learning initiatives and compile insights on engagement
- Research industry trends to suggest new training ideas
- Collect and creatively document learning and development success stories
Employee Engagement
- Assist in planning, executing, and improving employee engagement initiatives, events, programs, and platforms; including DEIB efforts, 4U intranet (SharePoint), and company-wide events
- Improve organization within the P&C storage spaces and establish a tracking and distribution system for internal swag
- Support internal communication efforts, including crafting content for newsletters and announcement
- Other duties as assigned by Management
- Uphold our Core Values and be a valuable member of the Four Hands team:
- Be open and honest
- Reach for excellence
- Act with responsibility
- Value the whole person
- Enjoy the journey
The Ideal Person
- Currently pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with HR software is a plus
- Familiarity with using Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT, Copilot, or other generative AI platforms
About Four Hands
Headquartered in Austin, Texas, since 1996, Four Hands crafts furniture, art and décor — pieces that are all about creating space. Timeless, thoughtful designs with endless possibilities. Pieces meant to be experienced and form a whole that feels like home.
Our trade customers range from interior designers to large retailers who rely on our expertise to grow and guide their business to success. We treat our partners as part of the Four Hands family, championing them and rooting for their every win.
And, we are constantly pursuing better — from sourcing the finest materials and finishes to seeking fresh inspiration to elevate our designs — we are never settled, never done.
Four Hands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Four Hands recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Visit www.FourHands.com for more information.
Four Hands Austin, Texas, USA Office
2090 Woodward Street, Austin, TX, United States, 78744
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