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People & Culture Intern (January 2027) (4 months)

  • Toronto, ON, Canada

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At Kepler Communications, we're not just imagining the future of on-demand space connectivity - we're leading it!



Our mission is to provide real-time on-orbit connectivity for critical missions, enabling a new era of data-driven intelligence and innovation. With 33 satellites launched to date, Kepler operates the first commercial optical data relay constellation, enabling real-time, continuous space communications while supporting advanced on-orbit compute and hosted payload capabilities. 



Industry-leading technology is only part of the story. What sets Kepler apart is our team: bold thinkers, skilled builders, and passionate problem-solvers who thrive on pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in space. We believe great ideas come from diverse perspectives, and we’re committed to creating an environment where you can grow, lead, and make a global impact. 



If you’re ready to reach higher, move faster, and do work that shapes the future space economy - this is your launchpad. Come build the future with Kepler! 





What We Offer:


- Build and operate real satellites! 


- Get hands-on with cutting-edge space technology and real-world engineering challenges. 


- Dedicated mentorship to support your learning and growth. 


- Fun and collaborative work environment where you'll learn quickly and feel supported. 


- Team-building events and opportunities to connect across the company. 


- Fully stocked Toronto office kitchen with snacks, drinks, games, and top-notch kitchen appliances. 


- Frequent in-office and company-wide events to stay connected and engaged. 


- Make a direct impact on Kepler's growth and success. 


- We’re a certified Great Place to Work® seven years in a row. 

The People & Culture team plays a significant role at Kepler to help shape the Kepler culture but also support operations and engineering through a period of growth. As the People & Culture Intern, you will be part of this transformational journey, working with specialists on initiatives that span across the organization.  Kepler has designed the P&C internship to offer you a wide range of diverse projects and prepare you for an exciting career in Human Resources! This may include, but is not limited to:

Responsibilities:


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    HRIS: Participate in the implementation and operations of our new HRIS (Dayforce). Assist with HR programs and maintain human resources information and related records, as well as ensure personnel files are consistent and compliant. Prepare various HR documentation, such as employee letters, as needed.<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335557856":16382457,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> 








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    Culture, Training and Reporting: Assist with coordinating bi-monthly Celebration Calls and related activities, ordering monthly employee anniversary swag, preparing training materials, supporting training sessions, and compiling HR reports as needed<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335557856":16382457,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> 








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    Onboarding, Offboarding & Performance: Support activities related to onboarding, offboarding, and performance management of new employees, such as scheduling onboarding sessions and supporting the release of performance reviews.<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335557856":16382457,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> 








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    Employee Engagement: Researching and recommending effective ways to keep employees engaged in a remote work environment, and support employee engagement events in the office such as team lunches, holiday parties, and ad hoc events.<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335557856":16382457,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> 








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    HR Projects & Support: Working collaboratively on enterprise level tasks and projects as determined by the People & Culture team.<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335557856":16382457,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> 






Requirements:

  • Working toward a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Human Resources or related field.






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    Ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment with frequently changing priorities.<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335557856":16382457,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> 








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    Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335557856":16382457,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> 








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    Excellent analytical, written, and oral communication skills.<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335557856":16382457,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> 








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    Self-motivated and able to work independently and handle confidential information.<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335557856":16382457,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> 








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    Proactive, with a strong sense of ownership and urgency, and actively seeks opportunities to contribute.<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335557856":16382457,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> 








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    Advance knowledge in MS Office software suite with strong aptitude in MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and MS Word.<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335557856":16382457,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> 








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    AI Literacy: Familiarity with AI tools and an interest in using them responsibly to support HR research, reporting, communications, and administrative tasks.<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335557856":16382457,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> 








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    Ability to research, collect, and analyze data.<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335557856":16382457,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> 








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    Ability to think critically and identify gaps, inconsistencies, and inaccuracies.<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335557856":16382457,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> 








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    Available for a full-time internship beginning January 2027.<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335557856":16382457,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> 








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    Able to work on-site at Kepler’s Toronto office at least 4 days per week.<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335557856":16382457,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> 





Bonus Points:


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    Experience in a high-growth, fast-paced start-up environment<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335557856":16382457,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> 








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    Experience working with Dayforce HCM.<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335557856":16382457,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> 







Employment Equity & Accommodation Statement 


Kepler Communications is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities.



If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact our People & Culture team at accommodation@kepler.space, and we will work with you to meet your needs.


At Kepler Communications, all hiring decisions are made by people. Human recruiters are involved in every step of our recruitment process. We use AI-based tools (such as Lever AI and HireEZ) to assist with the initial review of applications by ranking candidates based on job-relevant criteria. These tools support - but do not replace - human judgment.

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Responsibilities

Support the implementation and operation of the Dayforce HRIS, maintain employee records, prepare HR documentation, and assist with onboarding, offboarding, and performance management. Coordinate culture, training, reporting, and employee engagement activities, and contribute to People & Culture projects across the organization.

Requirements

Applicants must be pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Human Resources or a related field and be available for a full-time internship beginning January 2027. They should have strong organizational, analytical, communication, and Microsoft Office skills, be able to manage changing priorities and confidential information, and work on-site in Toronto at least four days per week.

Skills

  • Human Resources Information Systems
  • Dayforce
  • Project Coordination
  • Organization
  • Attention To Detail
  • Analytical Skills
  • Written Communication
  • Oral Communication
  • Confidentiality
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Word
  • AI Literacy
  • Data Research
  • Data Analysis
  • Employee Engagement

Benefits

  • Mentorship
  • Collaborative Work Environment
  • Team-Building Events
  • Office Snacks And Drinks
  • Company-Wide Events

Visa sponsorship

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Categories

  • Human Resources
  • Administrative

Keywords

  • Human Resources
  • People And Culture
  • Human Resources Information System
  • Dayforce
  • Employee Records
  • Personnel Files
  • HR Documentation
  • Onboarding
  • Offboarding
  • Performance Management
  • Employee Engagement
  • Training
  • HR Reporting
  • Employee Events
  • Project Coordination
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Word
  • AI Literacy
  • Data Research
  • Data Collection
  • Data Analysis
  • Confidential Information
  • Start-Up Environment
  • Telecommunications

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