Part of Kaplan Inc., t he Kaplan Languages Group (KLG) is made up of Kaplan International Languages, ESL Education, and Alpadia Language Schools. Language travel is an inspiring business sector with lots of scope for fun and creative work. Our student’s study from 1 week up to a full academic year and we are proud to welcome language learners from over 100 countries, ensuring a great cosmopolitan mix in our classrooms across the globe. With a network of Kaplan International Languages and Alpadia -branded schools and summer camps spanning seven countries, KLG has the largest presence of any international language school in the English-speaking world, as well as France, Germany and Switzerland. In addition, ESL, Europe’s largest language education travel agency matches students with the right language course for them.
As an HR Intern, you will join our European HR Payroll team, supporting employees across multiple countries. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in an international environment, contributing to key HR operations while learning about payroll, compliance, and employee lifecycle processes.
Key Responsibilities
Support HR projects by creating and updating HR operations documents, resources, and presentations
Assist in analyzing and interpreting HR data to support business decisions
Help interpret and apply local labor regulations, collective agreements, and internal policies across different European markets
Respond to HR-related queries, including system access issues, employment verifications, policy questions, and time tracking concerns
Support onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring proper documentation and follow-up on missing information
Prepare HR documentation such as employment certificates and official attestations
Provide administrative support, including correspondence and document management
Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, contracts, and HR files
Assist with payroll, benefits administration, and compliance-related tasks
Currently studying or recently graduated in Human Resources, Psychology, Labor Relations, Business Administration, or a related field.
Eligible for an internship agreement with a Spanish university or business school.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English. German or French is a plus.
A proactive and curious mindset, with a willingness to learn and grow in an international HR environment.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Detail-oriented, adaptable, and collaborative approach to problem-solving.
High level of professionalism and ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Familiarity with HR systems (e.g., Workday) is a plus.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to create and manage trackers and work with data.
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Send your CV to : sergio.gomez@kaplan.com
Alpadia Language Schools is a Swiss company with an international vision, devoted to excellence in teaching languages to enrich students' futures. Inspired by our multifaceted and multilingual country, we create an unparalleled student experience encouraging language development through immersion.
Present in Switzerland, France, Germany and England, we create a vibrant environment to foster connections, enhance experience and inspire imagination. For students who seek a multicultural setting, we offer a lifetime experience that sustains and extends people's possibilities and opens windows of opportunity. From classes for absolute beginners to official exam preparation, our schools offer a truly dedicated panel of solutions to cater to your needs.
Renamed in 2014, Alpadia benefits from the heritage of ESL Language Schools’ two decades of experience in language education. Alpadia Language Schools offers all year round courses for adults and summer camp programs for juniors and teenagers in Switzerland, France, Germany and England. Each year, our schools welcome more than 6,000 students from all over the world.
