People Analytics Intern

Company: First American
Location: Santa Ana
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Who We Are Join a team that puts its People First! Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for ten consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com. What We Do Role Overview We are seeking a People Analytics Intern to support analytics initiatives across the HR function. This role is designed for a student with strong quantitative foundations who is interested in applying statistical , data science , and emerging AI concepts to real organizational challenges and contributing meaningful insights . The intern will work closely with the People Analytics team on projects that may influence workforce planning, talent strategy, recruiting effectiveness, retention insights, and organizational decision-making. This is a hands-on role with defined deliverables and exposure to foundational reporting , emerging predictive analytics work , and practical applications of AI in workforce analytics . Key Responsibilities Clean, structure, and analyze people and workforce data from HR systems Assist in exploring AI-enabled approaches to automate analysis, enhance reporting, or generate insights responsibly Build clear, effective data visualizations in PowerBI , Excel, Workday, or other tools Write scripts in Python, R, or SQL to prepare and analyze data sets Perform exploratory data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and insights Support statistical analyses (e.g., regression, correlation, hypothesis testing) Translate findings into clear summaries for HR and business leaders Contribute to documentation of methodologies, data definitions, and analytical outputs Present project outcomes and recommendations at the end of the internship Example Project Areas Automated workforce dashboard development AI-assisted reporting or analytics workflow enhancements Attrition trend and early-stage risk modeling concepts Recruiting funnel effectiveness evaluation Internal mobility and promotion analysis Diversity representation trend reporting Engagement survey driver analysis Skills & Qualifications P ursuing a degree in Data Science, Statistics, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, HR Analytics , Computer Science, or a related field Working knowledge of at least one programming language such as Python, R, or SQL Strong Excel skills and ability to work with structured datasets Foundational understanding of statistic al modeling concepts and interest in AI as applied to analytics Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving ability Ability to communicate findings clearly and concisely Experience with data visualization tools , especially Po wer BI Pay Range: $20 - $28 / hr. This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location. Note that the following statements only apply to candidates who will be working from an unincorporated area within Los Angeles County. First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act). First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant’s criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements. What We Offer By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term. Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.

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