HR Intern

South Pasadena, CA

Location: ESHL HQ (South Pasadena, CA)

Internship Type: Part-Time, Paid ($16.50 per hour)

Duration: June 1 - August 15, 2025

About Us

Equity Smart Home Loans (ESHL) is a dynamic mortgage brokerage committed to empowering loan officers and real estate professionals. We provide a high-performance platform with hundreds of lenders to choose from, robust support, and streamlined processes to help our team succeed. Our HR team plays a crucial role in recruiting top talent, fostering an engaging work culture, and supporting our employees’ professional growth.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated HR Intern to join our team and gain hands-on experience in human resources. This internship will provide exposure to key HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee engagement, compliance, and HR workflow automation. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to learn about HR operations in a fast-paced business environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in the recruitment process, including posting job openings, screening resumes, and scheduling interviews.

  • Support the onboarding of new hires by preparing documentation, coordinating with hiring managers, and ensuring a smooth transition.

  • Help maintain and update HR records, employee files, and databases.

  • Assist in developing and implementing HR policies and procedures.

  • Coordinate employee engagement initiatives and events.

  • Research and support HR workflow automation projects in Rippling.

  • Ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws and company policies.

  • Assist with HR reporting and analytics.

Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace.

  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

  • Prior internship or relevant experience in HR is a plus but not required.

What You’ll Gain

  • Hands-on HR experience in a growing mortgage and real estate company.

  • Exposure to HR tech tools, including Rippling, for workflow automation.

  • Mentorship and professional development opportunities.

  • Potential for future employment opportunities within ESHL.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their resume, portfolio, and a brief cover letter to careers@equitysmartloans.com