People Operations Internship

As a leading cleantech developer, Fervo is dedicated to driving transformation in the renewable energy industry and the foundation of that mission is our people. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented master’s student to join our team as a People Operations Intern.

This internship provides hands-on exposure to the full spectrum of People Operations, including payroll, benefits administration, recruiting, learning & development, and talent management. You’ll support key HR functions, learn best practices in People Operations, and contribute to building the infrastructure that helps Fervo attract, retain, and develop top talent.

You’ll work on a project that requires attention to detail, a thoughtful approach to processes and systems, and strong interpersonal skills. By contributing to both process improvements and day-to-day operations, you will help ensure that Fervo continues to be an exceptional place to work as we scale.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through each area of expertise within the People Operations group to become familiar with the processes and systems
• Conduct needs analysis for scalable growth with input from each People Operations team
• Review HR systems stack to identify potential efficiencies and gaps
• Survey available HR information systems and related system options
• Help develop and refine People Operations’ processes, tools, and resources
• Participate in ad-hoc projects across the People Operations function
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between People Operations and business objectives

Qualifications

• Master’s student actively enrolled in a graduate program in Human Resources, Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field. Undergraduate students with prior experience in Human Resources or People Operations will also be considered
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); experience with HR systems is a plus
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• A proactive, self-starter mindset, eager to learn and contribute in a fast-paced environment

Location

Fervo Energy has offices in Houston, TX, Golden, CO, Reno, NV, Oakland, CA, and Salt Lake City, UT. This position will be eligible for some hybrid work flexibility, but regular in-office presence at our Houston Office will be required.