Nice to meet you!   

We’re a leader in data and AI. Through our software and services, we inspire customers around the world to transform data into intelligence – and questions into answers.    

We’re also a debt-free multi-billion-dollar organization on our path to IPO-readiness.  If you’re looking for a dynamic, fulfilling internship coupled with flexibility and a world-class employee experience, you’ll find it here.   

What you’ll do  

Looking for an HR internship? The game-changing one that’ll help you learn, grow, and chart your path forward? You’ll find it at SAS. Our interns aren’t coffee runners – they do real, meaningful work. Our AP EMEA CareerStart@SAS program is focused on development, culture, and community. We’ll help you grow professionally, find (or further) your passion, and make memorable connections that last beyond the program!   

The Human Resources team is responsible for fostering a positive and inclusive work environment where employees can thrive and reach their full potential. We manage key aspects of the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, development, performance management, career progression, employee engagement, total rewards, and offboarding, while ensuring compliance with labor laws and company policies. Our goal is to align people strategies with organizational goals, driving both individual and business success.

As an HR intern, you might: 

• Respond to employee queries and provide assistance on HR-related matters, escalating complex issues as needed.
• Contribute to employee engagement initiatives such as surveys, events, and recognition programs.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date information on employees in our HR systems, ensuring complete confidentiality, data integrity and data privacy.
• Help with preparing, reviewing, and maintaining employee paperwork, such as contracts, amendments, and other employment-related documents.

Required Qualifications 

• Degree Type: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Employee Relations, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• You’re curious, passionate, authentic, and accountable. These are our values and influence everything we do.
• Strong communication skills – both written and verbal.
• You’re interested in the future of Analytics and embrace technology.

Preferred Qualifications 

• Knowledge of local labor law and employment regulations.
• Previous internship experience in Human Resources or a related field.

Location: Hybrid workplace model, combining office and remote working. We do have a great offices in Lisbon where you can work from which creates an inspiring working atmosphere.

Perks of the job  

• Work with (and learn from) the best. As a SAS intern, you’ll get face time with our top executives! 
• Free SAS programming training and certification.   
• Your well-being matters, and that’s why we support all dimensions of your well-being by offering programs that reduce stress and distractions to help you stay healthy and productive.  This includes an on-site and remote Work/Life Center staffed by master’s level Social Workers and an Employee Assistance Program.
• We work hard, but we like to play hard, too. Enjoy hackathons, social events and other opportunities to connect + engage.  

Diverse and inclusive     

At SAS, it’s not about fitting into our culture – it’s about adding to it. We believe our people make the difference. Our diverse workforce brings together unique talents and inspires teams to create amazing software that reflects the diversity of our users and customers. Our commitment to diversity is a priority to our leadership, all the way up to the top; and it’s essential to who we are. To put it plainly: you are welcome here.     

Additional Information  

SAS is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Read more: Know Your Rights. Also view the Pay Transparency notice. 

Resumes may be considered in the order they are received. SAS employees performing certain job functions may require access to technology or software subject to export or import regulations. To comply with these regulations, SAS may obtain nationality or citizenship information from applicants for employment. SAS collects this information solely for trade law compliance purposes and does not use it to discriminate unfairly in the hiring process. 

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