Recruiting Intern at Ephemeris Net, Inc – El Segundo, California

About Ephemeris Net

We are extending the internet to space.

Ephemeris Net is a pre-seed space networking company on a mission to provide connectivity for all space users through collaborative engineering of commercial space networking solutions. We are creating the infrastructure that will enable the space internet beyond bent pipe by laying the foundational networking infrastructure that will define how data moves through space.

We are supported by our parent incubator Second Order Effects, institutional VCs, and our network of space advisors. As space use scales and more space native networks come online, we believe that now is the chance to build foundational infrastructure for how the internet will work in space.

The role

We're looking for a Recruiting Intern to support our operations as we build out one of the most technically ambitious teams in the space industry. You'll work directly alongside our Operations Team, our CEO, and our CTO, touching every part of the recruiting lifecycle from sourcing to scheduling to candidate communications.

You'll learn what it takes to recruit world-class engineers and operators at a pre-seed deep-tech startup, and you'll leave with firsthand experience in technical recruiting, people operations, and startup execution.

Your specific project(s) will depend on your background and where the team's needs are sharpest when you start. We will meet before you begin to understand your strengths and growth goals and match you to work that is both meaningful to Ephemeris Net and a strong learning opportunity for you.

Example Projects

Sourcing & ResearchResearch and build targeted candidate lists across technical disciplines (hardware, firmware, software, optical communications)Conduct searches and draft outreach plans for the hiring manager to execute onIdentify and compile relevant conferences, universities, and talent communities to support pipeline-buildingSupport research projects: compensation benchmarking, talent market maps, competitor hiring analysisTrack sourcing results and candidate responses in our ATSCommunication & CoordinationFacilitate conversations with C-suite & founder level hiring managers to define roles & search criteriaAssist with interview scheduling, calendar coordination, and logistics across multiple stakeholdersSend candidate communications, confirmations, and remindersOrganize and evaluate feedback and scorecards after each interviewPrepare for and facilitate onsite-interview prep & debrief meetings with interview panelProcess & InfrastructureMaintain accurate candidate records and pipeline data in Rippling ATSHelp draft and refine job descriptions, interview guides, and candidate-facing materialsGenerate programs for referrals, university recruiting, or alumni network outreachSupport research projects: compensation benchmarking, talent market maps, competitor hiring analysisPropose process-level improvements for the Ephemeris hiring process

What you will learn

How to communicate effectively with executive teams & highly technical individualsHow full-cycle technical recruiting works at a startup: from writing a job description through sourcing, screening, interview coordination, and offer closeHow to use recruiting infrastructure: ATS configuration (Rippling), pipeline tracking, and reporting for a high-velocity hiring environmentHow hiring decisions get made at a pre-seed deep-tech company, and how recruiting connects to headcount planning, compensation strategy, and org designHow to work as part of a small, focused team where your contributions directly affect the company's ability to hire and grow

What we're looking for

Minimum QualificationsCurrently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in HR, business, communications, psychology, engineering, or a related fieldStrong attention to detail; high standards for self and othersClear, professional written and spoken communicationGenuine curiosity about space, aerospace, deep tech, or infrastructureAbility to work onsite in El Segundo or Oakland, CA for a minimum of 3 months, 3 days a weekMust be a US person (15 CFR § 772.1)Preferred QualificationsPrevious internship or coursework in recruiting, HR, or people operationsFamiliarity with LinkedIn, ATS platforms, or applicant tracking conceptsInterest in technical recruiting or startup hiringPrevious engagement with engineering or technical concepts Experience in a fast-paced environment - student organizations, research labs, campus startups, etc.What We Offer

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary: $70,400 annual salary, prorated for length of internshipComprehensive health care coverage

Work environment:

Hybrid work model: 3 days per week in our office/lab based on project needs Expected travel: Up to 25% optional travel (optional, will allow you to interface with team members in different offices and facilitate onsite interviews in multiple locations) Small team environment with direct access to founders and senior leadersYour work will be on real job requestions and core infrastructure, not a side project.The OpportunityBuild the team that builds the space internet: The engineers and operators you help recruit will design the hardware that flies, write the software that routes data across orbital networks, and run the missions that prove it all works.Learn recruiting from the inside of a hard problem: Technical recruiting at a deep-tech startup is one of the most complex and high-leverage versions of this work. You will see what it actually takes to hire world-class engineers in specialized disciplines.Work at the frontier of space networking: Ephemeris Net is building infrastructure that does not exist yet. You will understand it well enough to recruit for it.Our Vision and Values

Ephemeris Net's vision is to enable an open, space internet that anyone can utilize and access. We believe that access to better digital connectivity is essential for human progress and that space is the frontier of digital connectivity.

We care deeply about:

Access to connectivity for all Collaboration that raises all boats; we focus on win/win deals Commercial impact: building solutions people value and buy Personal growth and creating a place where people build their careers Putting good out into the world through the work we do and our interactions with each other

We are building a company people feel great about working at. We are seeking people who are open and actively seeking growth—both technical and personal. We value honesty, creativity, and a culture of ownership.

About Our Locations

El Segundo, CA: Located in the heart of the aerospace industry, surrounded by SpaceX, Aerospace Corporation, Northrop Grumman, and hundreds of space startups. A unique ecosystem where strangers on the street are excited about space.

Oakland, CA: Right off BART. Close collaboration opportunities with UC Berkeley and the broader Bay Area networking and space research communities.

Ephemeris Net is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.