HR & Operations Intern

Purpose

Acadian Capital Group (ACG) is committed to providing comprehensive and impactful scalability solutions to our clients. Our private market operations services encompass marketing, human resources, IT, accounting, risk management, operations, and other professional areas where small and medium-sized businesses need to thrive.

The HR & Operations Intern role is designed to provide hands-on exposure to business operations, human resources, recruiting, and process improvement initiatives across ACG and its portfolio companies. The intern will support the HR & Operations team in organizing projects, documenting processes, assisting with recruiting coordination, and helping maintain systems and training resources. This role provides an opportunity to learn how operational infrastructure is built within growing businesses while contributing meaningfully to real projects.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, curious, and eager to learn how businesses scale through strong people processes and operational systems.

Every member at ACG is expected to embrace and display the following core values: 

• Integrity and Respect 
• Conscientiousness 
• Commitment to constant improvement 
• Commitment to authenticity 
• Humility and checking our ego at the door (Be the Guide, Not the Hero) 

Role and Responsibilities

HR and Recruiting Support 

• Assist with recruiting logistics, including job postings, resume organization, interview scheduling, and candidate communications
• Support onboarding preparation, including documentation, training materials, and employee file organization
• Assist in maintaining HR documentation, including job descriptions, policies, and employee records
• Help track employee milestones such as anniversaries, reviews, and required documentation
• Assist with research related to HR compliance, policies, or best practices as needed

Process Documentation & Operational Support 

• Assist in documenting workflows, procedures, and internal processes for ACG and portfolio companies
• Support projects focused on improving operational efficiency and standardizing processes
• Organize project materials, notes, and documentation to ensure clarity and accessibility
• Assist with digitizing paper-based or manual processes into standardized digital formats

Training and Resource Development 

• Assist with organizing training materials, guides, and internal resources
• Help maintain training records and documentation
• Support preparation for internal training sessions or onboarding programs

Systems and Tools Support

• Assist with maintaining internal systems such as shared documentation libraries, forms, and workflow tools
• Help test and document updates to internal processes or software tools
• Support creation of templates, trackers, and reports used by the team

General Project Support 

• Provide administrative and project support for ongoing HR and operational initiatives
• Assist with research, data organization, and presentation preparation
• Identify opportunities to improve organization and efficiency within team processes
• Participate in internal meetings and take notes or track action items as needed
• Support special projects as assigned

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Current college student or recent graduate in Business, Management, Human Resources, or a related field preferred
• High level of integrity; ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
• Adaptable and comfortable in fast-changing, multi-company environments
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Comfortable learning new systems and software tools
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); familiarity with tools like Canva, project management platforms, or HR systems is a plus
• Self-motivated with a willingness to ask questions and learn quickly
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating with team members
• Strong sense of professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Interest in business operations, HR, consulting, or organizational development

Physical Demands/Work Environment

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those employees encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The employee is usually required to sit for extended periods of time; use hands and fingers to type on a computer; and occasionally walk around the office in order to take stock of current inventory levels.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

What Success Looks Like in This Role

Success in this role is demonstrated by the consistent completion of tasks accurately

and on time with minimal follow-up, proactive identification and resolution of issues,

and continued growth in accounting knowledge, system proficiency, and professional

judgment throughout the internship. Over time, leadership should be able to rely on the

intern to manage routine accounting tasks independently and professionally.

A background check, including MVR will be required.