[Summer 2025] People Science Intern

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San Mateo, CA
Hybrid
52-52 Annually
Internship
Computer Vision • Gaming • Software • Virtual Reality • Web3 • Metaverse
Immersive gaming and creation platform
The Role
As a People Science Intern at Roblox, you will support the People, Places, and Systems group by conducting detailed analyses, developing assessment tools, and partnering with teams to optimize workplace performance and employee development. You'll apply research methods and data analytics in a fast-paced environment, contributing to various organizational strategies and improvements.
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Every day, tens of millions of people come to Roblox to explore, create, play, learn, and connect with friends in 3D immersive digital experiences– all created by our global community of developers and creators. 

At Roblox, we’re building the tools and platform that empower our community to bring any experience that they can imagine to life. Our vision is to reimagine the way people come together, from anywhere in the world, and on any device. We’re on a mission to connect a billion people with optimism and civility, and looking for amazing talent to help us get there. 

A career at Roblox means you’ll be working to shape the future of human interaction, solving unique technical challenges at scale, and helping to create safer, more civil shared experiences for everyone.

The People Science & Analytics team at Roblox supports our People, Places, & Systems group in all areas of applied statistics, data science for internal operations. Our team works to provide a range of insights and solutions for Roblox, from developing industry-leading hiring assessments, to conducting job analysis and qualitative research, to architecting data analytics systems and tools.

You Are:

  • Pursuing a PhD in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Educational Psychology, Organizational Behavior, or a related field.
  • Passionate about workplace performance and employee development, with an interest in how organizations optimize feedback, coaching, and growth opportunities.
  • Skilled in research design and data analysis, with experience applying statistical techniques to organizational data.
  • Excited to translate research into practice, developing insights and tools that improve performance management in a fast-paced environment.
  • Comfortable working with HR technology and analytics, leveraging data to guide organizational strategy and process improvements.

You Will:

  • Partner with the teams within the People, Places, and Systems organization to identify important metrics, trends, and needs.
  • Utilize existing data to perform detailed analyses using SJT forms and data obtained in the assessment process.
  • Contribute to the development of assessment and learning platforms delivered via game-based simulation exercises, engaging with topics such as structured interviewing, survey research, and performance management.
  • Partner with subject matter experts (SMEs) throughout the organization in defining, developing, and enhancing programs that identify and develop employee skills.

You may redact age, date of birth, and dates of attendance/graduation from your resume if you prefer.

For roles that are based at our headquarters in San Mateo, CA: The starting base pay for this position is as shown below. The actual base pay is dependent upon a variety of job-related factors such as professional background, training, work experience, location, business needs and market demand. Therefore, in some circumstances, the actual hourly rate could fall outside of this expected range. This pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Please note that not all benefits shown below are applicable to internship opportunities.

Hourly Pay Range

$52$52 USD

Roles that are based in our San Mateo, CA Headquarters are in-office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with optional in-office on Monday and Friday (unless otherwise noted).

You’ll Love: 

  • Industry-leading compensation package
  • Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • A rewarding 401k program
  • Flexible vacation policy (varies by exemption status)
  • Roflex - Flexible and supportive work policy 
  • Roblox Admin badge for your avatar
  • At Roblox HQ: 
    • Free catered lunches five times a week and several fully stocked kitchens with unlimited snacks
    • Onsite fitness center and fitness program credit
    • Annual CalTrain Go Pass

Roblox provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Roblox also provides reasonable accommodations for all candidates during the interview process.

Top Skills

Data Analysis
Hr Technology
Statistical Techniques

What the Team is Saying

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The Company
HQ: San Mateo, CA
2,500 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 2004

What We Do

Roblox is an immersive gaming and creation platform that offers people millions of ways to be together, inviting its community to explore, create and share endless unique experiences. Our vision is to reimagine the way people come together — in a world that's safe, civil, and optimistic. To achieve this vision, we are building an innovative company that, together with the Roblox community, has the ability to strengthen our social fabric and support economic growth for people around the world.

Why Work With Us

Every day, Roblox employees tackle complex questions and drive incredible innovation. Join us in building the future of human connection and communication.

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Roblox Offices

Hybrid Workspace

Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.

We are requiring employees to be in the office three days a week – with core days being Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. On Mondays and Fridays, employees may choose to work remotely, although the office will still be open.

Typical time on-site: 3 days a week
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HQSan Mateo, CA
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