HR Compliance and Operations Intern

We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation, and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. 

We are recruiting an HR Compliance and Operations Intern to be part of our People & Culture Team. The role will support the documentation, organisation, and continuous improvement of People & Culture operational and compliance processes, primarily through the completion of the People & Culture Operating Manual and support for clinic and operational improvement initiatives.

Why Cambridge?

Cambridge University Press & Assessment is a world-renowned not-for-profit academic publisher and assessment organisation, proudly part of the prestigious University of Cambridge. With a legacy rooted in over 800 years of educational excellence, we are dedicated to unlocking the potential of learners and educators across the globe.

Joining Cambridge's second largest global office in the Philippines —operating for over 22 years with 1,300+ colleagues— means becoming a part of an extraordinary institution renowned worldwide. We are recognised as a Great Place to Work® for three consecutive years, reflecting our inclusive culture, strong sense of purpose, and commitment to the professional growth and well-being of our people. At Cambridge, we don't just publish books or deliver tests—we empower progress, inspire curiosity, and champion the pursuit of knowledge.

What can we offer you?

As an intern, you will collaborate with colleagues across different functional areas of the business.  It is an opportunity that will provide you with rich experiential learning which will be beneficial in the pursuit of your career aspirations after graduation.

On top of this, having your internship with Cambridge will provide you with the experience of training in a global organisation, working in a professional setting, and applying innovative approaches to work.

What will you do in this role?

Working under the supervision of the Assistant HR Manager – Compliance and Operations, you will:

• Support the preparation and completion of the People & Culture Operating Manual
• Document and organise operational processes, guidelines, templates, and reference materials across People & Culture functions
• Coordinate with stakeholders to gather and validate process information and supporting documentation
• Assist in identifying opportunities for process improvement, operational efficiency, and standardisation
• Support initiatives focused on improving current clinic and administrative operations
• Support administrative, compliance, and operational initiatives of the People & Culture – Compliance and Operations team, as needed.

What makes you the ideal candidate for this position?

You will be ideal for this role if you are:

• A student of Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, Communications, or other related courses
• Organised and detail-oriented, with strong documentation and written communication skills
• Comfortable working with Microsoft Office / MS365 tools such as Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Visio
• Interested in HR operations, process improvement, and organisational documentation
• Able to manage information confidentially and professionally

Eligibility Criteria:

• Enrolled in an internship/practicum subject of your program (must be an academic requirement by the university)
• Amenable to submit a Certificate of Enrolment/Registration

• Amenable to complete at least 330 hours
• Amenable to aHybrid setup (2 days a week or 40% a month onsite requirement) in our office in Makati City
• No more than 2 subjects enrolled to, on top of internship
• Work schedule: Monday to Friday, 10am to 6pm Manila time

Only applications received through the system will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The vacancy may close once sufficient applications are received. Therefore, if you are interested, tailor-fit your CV (advantageous if you submit one with a Cover Letter) and submit as early as possible.

Note: We recommend checking with your university whether Cambridge University Press & Assessment - Manila is a current or previous official partner. Otherwise, kindly prepare a soft copy of the Memorandum of Agreement/Understanding as well as your Certificate of Enrolment/Registration upon request.

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