People & Culture Intern
We are looking for a People and Culture Intern to support day-to-day HR operations in a fast-paced, international environment. This role is a great opportunity for a recent graduate who wants to gain hands-on experience in recruitment coordination, HR administration, payroll support, and employee lifecycle processes while working closely with a dynamic team in Türkiye.
Key Responsibilities
Support daily people operations across the employee lifecycle (onboarding, engagement, offboarding, and basic HR administration)
Assist the hiring process by coordinating interviews, communicating with candidates
Help ensure HR documentation is organized and up to date (employee files, templates, trackers)
Support the team in Türkiye as a first-line contact for basic HR-related questions and redirect requests when needed
Assist payroll preparation by collecting required documents and coordinating with internal teams / external vendors
Support the localization of global HR practices by helping with research, documentation, and communication tasks
Contribute to team planning, culture, and engagement initiatives through coordination and follow-ups
Support training and development activities by scheduling sessions, tracking participation, and gathering feedback
Collaborate with office management and operations teams for coordination and administrative support tasks
Who You Are
A recent graduate with a degree in Business, Psychology, HR, Sociology, or a related field
Motivated to start a career in HR / People & Culture
Comfortable working in a fast-paced and international environment
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and strong at follow-ups
Proactive, eager to learn, and able to take ownership of small tasks end-to-end
Fluent in English (B2+; C1 is a strong plus)
Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
Basic knowledge of HR processes in Türkiye is a plus
- Locations
- Istanbul
- Remote status
- Hybrid
Colleagues
About Wide and Wise
Wide and Wise is a top recruitment agency with offices in Istanbul, Milan, and Dubai, connecting exceptional talent with leading companies across EMEA, MENA, and the US.