HR & Admin Intern (Bogota Office)

Share Knowledge, Empower the World

Arches is Asia's premier expert network, connecting leading consulting, investment firms and Fortune 500 companies with the expertise they need to make informed decisions. We currently have offices in Tokyo, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Ho Chi Minh.

Since 2019, we've grown to 250+ professionals across Asia (and aiming to double our operation in 2025), secured $6M in funding, and built a network of 158,000+ experts serving the world's most prestigious firms.

Arches is Asia's leading expert network, providing decision-making expertise to leading consulting firms, investment firms, and Fortune 500 companies, with offices in Tokyo, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Ho Chi Minh City.

Since its founding in 2019, the company has grown to over 170 professionals across Asia, with the goal of doubling its size by 2025. To date, the company has raised $6 million in funding and built a network of over 158,000 professionals, serving some of the world's most prestigious companies.

Learn more about us: Arches on LinkedIn

The Opportunity

This is a unique opportunity to join Arches during a pivotal growth phase and work directly with our Office Manager to build our HR and administrative functions from scratch. You'll gain hands-on experience across the full employee lifecycle while supporting the operational foundation of our newest office.

As we scale from 15 to 50+ employees over the next year, you'll help shape our people practices, establish key partnerships in the local market, and position yourself for future HR leadership opportunities.

What You'll Do

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition (40%)

Talent Sourcing

• Identify and build talent pipelines across Colombia, LatAm, and the U.S.
• Research talent markets and develop creative sourcing strategies to attract top talent in a competitive market.

Employer Branding & Partnerships

• Design engaging job descriptions and compensation packages that attract high-quality applicants.
• Collaborate with our Marketing team on university and professional partnerships.
• Help build Arches' employer brand in the Bogota market through strategic outreach and engagement.

Employee Engagement & Retention (30%)

Culture & Feedback

• Conduct regular check-ins with team members to understand their experience and identify areas for improvement
• Surface potential issues early, gather insights,  and partner with leadership on solutions.

Retention Programs

• Design programs and initiatives that strengthen team connection and employee satisfaction.
• Help foster a positive, growth-oriented workplace culture.

Administration & Office Operations (30%)

Operational Support

• Support day-to-day office operations and administrative tasks.
• Assist with employment contracting processes and documentation.
• Learn and apply Colombian labor law and compliance.

Continuous Learning

• Develop expertise in local employment law and best practices.
• Build knowledge of HR systems and processes in a high-growth environment.
• Gain exposure to building operational infrastructure from the ground up.

What We're Looking For

Required

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related fields.
• Strong interest in HR, people operations, and organizational development.
• Excellent communication in Spanish and English (written and verbal).
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Proactive, resourceful, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

Preferred

• Previous internship or project experience in HR, recruitment, or administration.
• Familiarity with Colombian labor law and employment regulations.
• Experience with campus recruitment and employer branding initiatives.
• Interest in or exposure to the consulting, professional services, or startup sectors.

Personal Qualities

• Self-starter who takes initiative and ownership.
• Collaborative team player who enjoys building relationships.
• Adaptable and comfortable with ambiguity.
• Eager to learn and grow in a dynamic environment.
• Passionate about creating positive employee experiences.

What You'll Gain

Professional Development

• Hands-on experience building HR and administrative functions from the ground up.
• Mentorship from experienced office management and HR leaders.
• Exposure to international business operations and cross-cultural collaboration.
• Opportunity to shape processes and make a real impact from day one.
• Clear pathway to lead the HR department as we continue to scale.

Growth Trajectory

• Potential to transition into a full-time HR role upon successful completion of internship.
• Opportunity to grow into HR leadership positions as our office expands.

Work Environment

• Be part of a founding team.
• Work with a diverse, international team across multiple time zones.
• Contribute to meaningful work that supports critical business decisions globally.
• Join a rapidly growing company backed by strong funding and momentum.