Human Resources Intern

Company: Cornerstone Research
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Role Overview: Spend six weeks immersed in the world of Cornerstone Research through our Imagine Internship Program. This comprehensive program offers rising seniors a unique opportunity to explore various corporate functions and experience our firm culture firsthand. We are particularly interested in considering applicants who are first-generation college students. We designed this program to empower students with varied perspectives and experiences to thrive in a professional setting. By fostering adaptability, cultural understanding, and resilience, we aim to cultivate your professional growth. Through mentorship and skill-building, we are committed to unlocking your potential and creating pathways to future career success. It is not required for you to be deeply familiar with the functions of your potential role, as our Summer Internship program will guide you through learning about your assigned role and department. At Cornerstone Research, you will be part of a thriving, 1,000-strong team that spans nine offices, comprises more than 55 nationalities, and leads the industry in its commitment to develop team members across all levels. Inc. Magazine has recognized Cornerstone Research three times as a Best Workplace for its outstanding employee engagement, collaborative culture, and professional growth opportunities. You’ll Love It Here If You: Embrace learning and continuous improvement Set and strive for a high bar of excellence Believe that teamwork leads to success: ask us what it means to be onefirmfirm! Take pride in always doing your best work, even if it’s harder or takes longer Are passionate about what you do How You'll Help Our Team Succeed: Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to): Shadowing, executing, and coordinating key HR projects to learn and understand internal and external processes such as the full employee lifecycle HR processes. Through partnering with the HR Team, you will: Understand the operational structure of the organization and the key roles HR plays within a Consulting Firm Learn about the recruitment process Learn about how we benchmark for a new position Learn about the immigration process Learn about the new hire process and the I-9 verification process Understand our Learning platform and process Shadow a new hire benefits orientation Provide a range of administrative support to the HR team, such as: Supporting mid-year compliance filings Completing Employment Verification Letters Ensuring employee records are standardized Maintaining databases and spreadsheets Assist with specialized HR projects tailored to current departmental needs, with opportunities to focus on Employee Engagement, Employee Career Development, Workday Optimization, or Employee Onboarding enhancements. Understand the HR department’s role in collaborating with other firm departments, such as Facilities, Finance, IT, and Talent. Assist with other tasks as assigned. What You'll Need to Be Successful: If the Imagine Internship Program sounds exciting to you, we encourage you to apply. We seek well-rounded, enthusiastic individuals for our Summer Intern role. Our qualifications are as follows: Entering your senior year of an undergraduate degree; with an expected graduation date of December 2026 – June 2027 Demonstrated interest in Human Resources through coursework, campus club participation, prior internships, volunteer work or other similar activities Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Excellent communication skills Familiarity with Microsoft Office Must be willing to participate in the full 6-week program from June 29, 2026 – August 7, 2026 Must live within commuting distance of the Cornerstone Research office, where the intern position will be located. Please see the top of this posting for the assigned Cornerstone Research office location for this role COMPENSATION For this position we are offering a set hourly rate of $22.00/hr for 40 hours per week for 6 weeks; interns are paid bi-weekly. While a return offer is not guaranteed post-internship, this opportunity will help to expose you/hone your skill set for future opportunities at Cornerstone Research or another organization Who We Are: Cornerstone Research provides economic and financial analysis and expert testimony in all phases of commercial litigation and regulatory proceedings. We work with a broad network of testifying experts, including leaders from academia and industry, who are recognized for their depth of knowledge, accomplishments, and research. Our staff consultants contribute expertise in economics, finance, accounting, and marketing, as well as business acumen, familiarity with the litigation process, and a commitment to produce outstanding results. We’re looking for passionate individuals who share our firm’s core values and can bring varied perspectives and experiences to our team. The firm’s uniquely collegial, supportive atmosphere makes Cornerstone Research a great place to work. We invest in our people in a host of ways, from providing meaningful learning and development opportunities to organizing memorable social events. To many, our culture and our people are the most exciting, enriching aspects of a Cornerstone Research career. Equal Employment Opportunity: Cornerstone Research provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to legally protected categories, such as age, sex, gender, gender identity, race, color, creed/religious belief, medical condition, predisposing genetic characteristics or genetic information or testing, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, military status, veteran status, arrest or conviction record (except where permitted by law), sexual orientation, ethnic background, citizen status, ancestry, national origin, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law.

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