About the posting
“You’ll contribute to projects and initiatives in Talent Acquisition, Onboarding, Talent Management, and Learning & Development, helping us build an exceptional employee experience from day one.”
Read the full posting on Ursa Major's site
Seen live Oct 23, 2026; first seen Oct 22, 2026.
Pay in context
Ursa Major does not list pay for this role. 70 percent of HR and recruiting postings in Colorado do; their median is $102,500.
How long it has been open
Posted Oct 19, 2026, 4 days ago, and seen on Ursa Major's careers page today.
At 4 days old, it is under the 14-day median.
Ursa Major at a glance
Ursa Major has 130 open postings that we can see, 3 in HR and recruiting; 72 percent list pay.
The application
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Seniority
Level: entry.
Place and cost of living
On site in Colorado; prices in CO run 3 percent above the US average.
The HR and recruiting market in Colorado
53 HR and recruiting postings in Colorado are open right now, from 36 employers.
Half of them have been open 14 days or less.
From Ursa Major's posting
This is Ursa Major's own text, as published on its job board. We last checked it on Oct 23, 2026. Apply on Ursa Major's site. We remove a posting when the employer closes it.
The future of aerospace and defense starts here.
Ursa Major was founded to revolutionize how America and its allies access and apply high-performance propulsion, from hypersonics to solid rocket motors, satellite maneuvering and launch. We design and deliver propulsion and defense systems that solve the most urgent and critical national security demands.
Join us for a hands-on, full-time summer internship experience at our Berthoud, CO location! Ursa Major’s Summer 2026 Internship Program offers students the opportunity to gain real-world experience in the aerospace and defense industry while contributing to meaningful, high-impact projects that support our mission and drive innovation in propulsion and advanced manufacturing.
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented People Operations Intern to join our team! As a People Operations Intern you will gain hands-on experience across key HR functions. You’ll contribute to projects and initiatives in Talent Acquisition, Onboarding, Talent Management, and Learning & Development, helping us build an exceptional employee experience from day one.
Key Responsibilities
Talent Acquisition
- Assist with job postings, candidate sourcing, and resume screening
- Schedule and coordinate interviews with hiring teams
- Maintain our ATS and ensure data accuracy across recruitment pipelines
- Help create engaging employer branding content for social media and job boards
- Conduct market research on talent trends and best practices
- Support coordination of career fairs or campus recruiting events
Onboarding & Offboarding
- Assist in preparing onboarding materials and welcome kits for new hires
- Help coordinate orientation sessions and track onboarding progress
- Gather feedback to improve the onboarding and offboarding experiences
Talent Management
- Support the tracking and organization of performance review cycles
- Help update employee records and assist with data reporting
- Assist in employee engagement initiatives and culture-building activities
Learning & Development
- Research and curate learning content and training resources
- Help coordinate internal workshops, training sessions, or lunch & learns
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, or a related field
- Strong interest in talent acquisition, business partnering, and employee experience
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and eager to learn
- Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems and/or HRIS
Program Details
- Location: On-site at our Berthoud, CO facility
- Duration: Approximately 10–12 weeks
- Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday
- This is a paid internship
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $30.00/hour, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. What we can’t quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy.
Classification: Full-time Non-Exempt
Benefits Include: (Please note, Interns are not eligible for benefits)
- Unlimited PTO - Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement
- Paid Parental and Adoptive Leave
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Tax Advantage Accounts (HSA/FSA)
- Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D
- Additional Benefit Options Including Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport
- EAP Program
- Retirement Savings Plan - 401k with Company Match
How To Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by filling out the application below and clicking "Submit Application". This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.
NOTE: Research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who believes they have the skills and the drive necessary to succeed here to apply for this role.
Must be a U.S. Person (this includes U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents).
Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.
We’re an equal-opportunity employer. You will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
No outside recruiters, please.