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HR & Recruiting Intern

Reality Defender

Reality Defender

People & HR
New York, NY, USA
USD 20-25 / hour
Posted on Feb 26, 2026

Location

New York City

Employment Type

Full time

Department

Operations

Compensation

  • $20 – $25 per hour

This salary range is reflective of the base compensation offering for this position. The total compensation package for this position may also include eligibility for annual performance bonus, equity, and the benefits. Actual compensation will be determined based on various factors, including the candidate's qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and internal equity. Reality Defender is an equal opportunity employer and committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel.

Who we are.

Reality Defender is an award-winning cybersecurity company helping enterprises and governments detect deepfakes and AI-generated media. Utilizing a patented multi-model approach, Reality Defender is robust against the bleeding edge of generative platforms producing video, audio, imagery, and text media. Reality Defender's API-first deepfake detection platform empowers teams and developers alike to identify fraud, disinformation campaigns, and harmful deepfakes in real time.

Backed by world class investors including DCVC, Illuminate Financial, Y Combinator, Booz Allen Hamilton, IBM, Accenture, Rackhouse, and Argon VC, Reality Defender works with leading enterprise clients, financial institutions, and governments in order to ensure AI-generated media is not used for malicious purposes.

Youtube: Reality Defender Wins RSA Most Innovative Startup

The HR & Recruiting Internship.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented student or recent graduate to participate in the HR & Recruiting Internship at Reality Defender. This part-time role offers hands-on experience across recruiting, HR operations, and talent programs in a fast-growing technology company.

You will gain exposure to full-cycle recruiting, candidate experience, HR systems, onboarding, and talent operations at a scaling startup. Responsibilities include:

  • Support recruiting efforts by scheduling interviews, coordinating candidate communications, and maintaining applicant tracking systems

  • Help ensure a positive candidate experience by providing timely communication and support throughout the hiring process

  • Assist with onboarding activities, including preparing onboarding materials and coordinating new hire logistics

  • Maintain and organize HR documentation, employee records, and internal systems

  • Support People Operations initiatives such as employee engagement programs, training coordination, and internal communications

  • Assist with reporting and tracking recruiting metrics and hiring progress

Who you are.

  • Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Psychology, Communications, or a related field

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism

  • Interest in HR, recruiting, and talent operations

This internship requires a time commitment of approximately 20 hours per week.