Compensation Intern
TLDR
Support the development of systems for artificial-gravity human-rated space stations, contributing to pay structures and data analysis for compensation projects.
At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure a continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and unlocking a new space economy for government, corporate, and private customers. Using an incremental, hardware-rich and low-cost approach, Vast is rapidly developing its multi-module Haven Station. Haven Demo’s 2025 success made Vast the only operational commercial space station company to fly and operate its own spacecraft. Next, Haven-1 is expected to become the world’s first commercial space station when it launches, followed by additional Haven modules to enable permanent human presence by 2030. Our team is all-in, committed to executing our mission safely and on time. If you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity, come join us.
Vast is looking for a Compensation Intern, reporting to the Senior Manager, Compensation,, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations.
This will be a full-time, non-exempt position located in our Long Beach location.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in collecting, cleaning, and organizing compensation‑related data for analysis and reporting.
- Support the team in conducting market research and benchmarking studies to compare internal pay ranges with external labor market data.
- Help maintain compensation databases, job descriptions, and pay structure documentation.
- Participate in job evaluation activities, including reviewing job content and aligning roles to internal frameworks.
- Prepare basic reports, charts, and summaries to support compensation projects and leadership requests.
- Collaborate with HR partners on compensation‑related tasks during performance review or merit cycle periods.
- Contribute to process improvements by identifying opportunities to streamline workflows or enhance data accuracy.
- Provide general project support to the Compensation team as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, or a related field.
- Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets; familiarity with formulas, pivot tables, or data visualization tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong analytical skills with an interest in data‑driven decision‑making.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive information.
- Strong communication skills and comfort working with cross‑functional partners.
- Curiosity, willingness to learn, and a proactive approach to problem solving.
Pay Range:
- Undergraduate: $30/hr
- Master's: $35/hr
U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS
The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. This status includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Benefits
Flexible Work Hours
access to a full suite of compelling benefits and perks, including exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee & onsite barista, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge, and lunch subsidized
Health Insurance
100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
ClassPass credits and mental healthcare
ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Time Off
generous paid time off; up to 20+ days of vacation for exempt staff and up to 10+ days of vacation for non-exempt staff with the ability to cash-out unused vacation annually
Vast builds next-generation space stations designed to sustain a continuous human presence in space for the U.S. and its allies. By facilitating advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, we're unlocking the potential of a new space economy.