Summer Human Capital Management Intern

Job Description

About the Job: Sixth Street Summer Human Capital Management Internship Program

Sixth Street, a leading global investment firm established in 2009, offers a distinctive approach to finance, focusing on developing themes and providing comprehensive solutions to companies at every stage of growth. The firm’s structure encourages cross-platform collaboration, enabling teams to build businesses, invest for growth, acquire assets, provide direct financing, identify value in public markets, purchase royalty streams, and innovate with first-of-their-kind financial structures. This unified global team of investment and control-side professionals operates on behalf of institutional investors, driven by core values where the best idea wins through diverse perspectives and expertise.

This summer internship program is an exclusive opportunity for rising seniors to immerse themselves within Sixth Street’s Human Capital Management (HCM) team in the New York office. The HCM team plays a crucial role in supporting the firm’s strategic objectives by fostering a high-performance culture and managing the entire employee lifecycle.

Overview of the Internship Program:

This is a 10-week, hands-on internship program meticulously designed to provide interns with a robust and practical understanding of Sixth Street’s Human Capital Management functions. Interns will be part of a small, selective class that mirrors the firm’s Analyst Program, ensuring meaningful and substantive work experience.

Key responsibilities and learning opportunities include:

• Employee Lifecycle Support: Actively support employees and managers through critical lifecycle events, including hiring, onboarding, and separation. This involves close collaboration with dedicated teams such as Recruiting, Benefits, and HCM Business Partners, providing a holistic view of HR operations.
• Onboarding & New Hire Orientation: Take a leading role in organizing and managing onboarding and New Hire Orientation sessions for incoming employees, ensuring a seamless and positive introduction to the firm.
• Engagement & Integration Initiatives: Execute and enhance existing programs and strategies aimed at fostering employee engagement and effectively integrating new joiners into their respective teams and the broader firm culture. This involves contributing to initiatives that build community and facilitate successful transitions.
• Employee & Candidate Queries: Serve as a point of contact for responding to employee and candidate queries and requests, demonstrating strong problem-solving and communication skills while providing timely and accurate information.
• Offboarding Management: Partner with HCM colleagues to manage employee exits and offboarding processes in a streamlined and thoughtful manner, ensuring compliance and a respectful conclusion to employment.

Qualifications:

Sixth Street is seeking highly motivated and talented individuals who meet the following criteria:

• Educational Background:
  • Ideally pursuing a BA/BS degree from an accredited program.
  • Must be on track to graduate in either Winter 2026 or Spring 2027, signifying readiness for a full-time role post-graduation.
• Academic Excellence:
  • Possess an excellent academic record. Please ensure your GPA is included on your resume. A copy of your transcript may be requested for verification.
  • Applicable coursework or previous internship experience in the field of investments or financial markets is highly valued, demonstrating an understanding of the industry context in which HCM operates.
• Professional Attributes:
  • Demonstrate an excellent work ethic and a high degree of professionalism.
  • A strong commitment to a team and goal-oriented environment.
  • Enjoys working in a collaborative and collegial environment, with enthusiasm to participate in diverse projects across multiple HCM functional areas.
  • Possess strong attention to detail, the ability to multi-task effectively, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamically changing environment.
  • Adherence to strong ethical standards and integrity is paramount.
  • Exhibit effective interpersonal, organizational, and follow-up skills.
  • A genuine desire to take on challenges and develop skillset as an HCM professional.

Recruiting Timeline & Internship Dates:

• Application Process: Sixth Street will be accepting applications on a rolling basis, so early application is encouraged.
• Internship Dates: The program is scheduled to run from June 1, 2026, to August 7, 2026.

Compensation:

The base pay for this position is expected to fall between $38.00 and $45.00 per hour. The final base pay offered will be commensurate with the candidate’s relevant experience and other qualifications for the position, as determined by Sixth Street in its sole discretion.

About Sixth Street (Reiteration of Company Values):

Sixth Street is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. The firm does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, genetic history, marital status, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic predisposition, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

In compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Sixth Street will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process are encouraged to contact Cindy Bombara at cbombara@sixthstreet.com.

For additional information regarding obligations under the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”), please refer to the privacy notice on Sixth Street’s website.

If you do not meet the eligibility requirements for this specific role, please visit Sixth Street’s Careers Page for other potential opportunities.