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Internship Human Resource Management
The People & Culture Team (P&C) is a dynamic and experienced group of professionals dedicated to fostering a positive and productive work environment. With decades of collective knowledge, the team excels in collaboration and innovation, ensuring that the organization’s culture thrives. Currently, the department is comprised of two teams:
* Talent Development: Responsible for the employee lifecycle from recruiting to hiring, onboarding, employee & manager training, professional development, performance reviews, culture, change management, events and companywide communication.
* People Operations: Responsible for the seamless execution of traditional HR processes, benefits, compliance, payroll and performance management.
By joining the P&C team at Backroads, you’ll be part of a group that values building innovative people processes and fostering a positive, inclusive employee experience.
About The Role:
The People & Culture Intern will play a key role in supporting the ongoing development of our Learning Management System, contributing to the enhancement of the employee learning experience at Backroads. The main responsibility of this role involves collaborating with departments across Backroads to support the development and implementation of new training programs. You will learn how to build training programs in our HRIS system under the guidance of our P&C Learning Administrators. You will regularly liaise with Learning Partners from multiple departments to understand training needs, gather materials, and ensure program alignment. This role requires someone who is organized, detail-oriented, proactive, eager to learn, and an amazing communicator with a passion for travel and learning about Talent Development.
What You’ll be Doing:
* You will have the opportunity to work closely with our Learning Administrators in P&C and Learning Partners throughout the company to support the development of our Learning Management System.
* You will gain valuable experience working within our Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Workday – primarily building training programs.
* You will be responsible for escalating concerns and system issues to the Learning Administrator in a timely manner.
* You’ll collaborate with other departments daily to ensure training materials are up to date and delivered on time.
* You’ll support our team by preparing and setting up meetings, taking notes during discussions, and following up on action items to keep everything on track.
* You’ll work to update SharePoint sites and systems to educate our employees about new learning resources.
* You will liaise with our Videographer to ensure new content is properly uploaded to corresponding training programs.
What You’ll Need to Be Successful:
* Currently enrolled at an accredited university or college.
* Ability to grasp new concepts and systems quickly and efficiently.
* Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
* Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate needs and take initiative.
* Eagerness to learn, with a drive to explore new ideas.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Ability to think critically and confidently bring questions to the table.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
* Passion for travel and the Backroads’ mission.
* Summer internship from early May – mid August.
Interview Process:
* Department or Team Lead Video Interview (15-20 minutes)
About Backroads:
At Backroads we’re passionate about connecting our guests with so many of the most beautiful places in the world. We use our four-plus decades of expertise to create exceptional biking, hiking, and multi-adventure trips in over 50 countries for people wanting a deeper and richer travel experience. We travel on land as well as by small luxury ships on active river and ocean cruises. Our trips are for all ages – including dedicated itineraries just for families. We are known for our unwavering attention to quality. We have a dynamic work environment and a strong company culture.
Why Backroads:
At Backroads, we value every single member of our staff, and we’re proud to offer a dynamic work environment that enables growth. Your colleagues will be some of the most dedicated, competent, active, and fun people you will ever meet. A job at Backroads is unlike any other job you will ever have – you will be challenged, you will be inspired, and you will be gratified. No matter what you do here, you will be part of something that makes us all proud – delivering authentic, enriching, and often profoundly life-changing experiences. On top of all that, we have some pretty great benefits and perks! For example our US office employees receive:
* Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
* 401(k) with company match, flex plan, and parental leave
* Generous paid time off, 8 paid holidays, and additional time off to go on Backroads trips!
* Complimentary trips and trip discounts for employees, and trip discounts for employees’ friends and family!
* Outdoor industry discounts and deals
* Alternative commuter incentives for biking, walking, carpooling, or using public transportation to get to work
* Wellness programs and regular lunchtime bike rides and yoga
Backroads is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Salary Ranges:
$22.00 – $22.00
At Backroads, we uphold a commitment to transparency and fairness within our hiring process, particularly regarding compensation. The salary range posted for each role applies to both employment offers and employees actively working in the role.
New hires are typically offered a starting salary between the minimum and midpoint of the range to ensure there is continued opportunity for salary progression during your employment at Backroads, reflecting our commitment to rewarding ongoing dedication, high performance, and significant contributions to our team. This approach not only supports our budgeting strategy but also our intention to foster an environment that encourages long-term growth and strong relationships between Backroads and our valued employees.
Our office roles are onsite in our Berkeley headquarters, unless specifically noted as ‘available for remote’. We do allow one work-from-home day a week, as well as one work-from-anywhere week per year. This pay range is intended for in-person work in our Berkeley, CA headquarters. Pay ranges for remote-eligible roles will be subject to adjustment based on the geolocation of the employee.
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