Business Administration Assistant (College Credit)
Job Summary
Narwhal and Honey is a kawaii lifestyle brand seeking a remote Business Administration Intern to support the day-to-day operations of a growing sole proprietorship. In this hands-on role, you will help with recruiting coordination, onboarding documents, and inventory planning, gaining real startup experience from wherever you study. This is an volunteer internship offered for college credit, with flexible hours that work around your class schedule.
This is a paid internship with college credits
Position at a Glance
- Position: Business Administration Assistant
- Company: Narwhal and Honey
- Location: United States (fully remote)
- Time Commitment: Approximately 10 hours per week, with flexible scheduling around classes
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate recruiting activities, including organizing candidate information, scheduling communications, and tracking applicants through each stage of the process.
- Prepare, organize, and maintain onboarding documents so new team members and contributors have a clear and consistent start.
- Support inventory planning by tracking stock levels, recording product details, and flagging items that may need attention.
- Assist with day-to-day business operations, including administrative tasks, file management, and routine correspondence.
- Maintain accurate digital records, spreadsheets, and shared folders to keep business information current and easy to find.
- Collaborate with the business owner to prioritize tasks, share progress updates, and raise questions or ideas for improving processes.
- Research and summarize information that supports operational decisions, such as organizational tools, workflows, or administrative best practices.
- Document completed work and learning outcomes as needed to meet your academic program's internship requirements.
Required Qualifications
- Current enrollment in a college or university program, with eligibility to earn academic credit for an internship.
- Ability to commit approximately 10 hours per week while balancing your coursework.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills suited to remote, independent work.
- Excellent organization and attention to detail, especially when handling documents and records.
- Reliable time management and the ability to meet deadlines without in-person supervision.
- Access to a computer and a dependable internet connection.
- Authorization to work or complete an internship in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications
- Coursework or interest in business administration, management, operations, human resources, marketing, or a related field.
- Prior experience with administrative tasks through school projects, student organizations, volunteering, or part-time work.
- Familiarity with the basics of inventory tracking or supply planning.
- Interest in kawaii culture, lifestyle brands, or small business and startup environments.
- A proactive, curious mindset and willingness to ask questions and suggest improvements.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency with spreadsheets (such as Google Sheets or Microsoft Excel) for tracking and organizing data.
- Comfort with word processing and document tools (such as Google Docs or Microsoft Word) for creating and formatting onboarding materials.
- Experience with cloud storage and file-sharing platforms.
- Familiarity with email and online communication or video conferencing tools for remote collaboration.
- Basic understanding of recruiting coordination or applicant tracking concepts is helpful but not required.
- Willingness to learn new software and digital tools quickly.
Application Information
Narwhal and Honey welcomes applications from students of all backgrounds who are interested in this Business Administration Intern opportunity. As this position is volunteer and offered for college credit, we encourage you to confirm your school's internship credit requirements and any approval steps before applying. Please follow the application instructions provided with this posting and include a brief summary of your interest in the role, your current program of study, and your general availability around your class schedule.
Narwhal and Honey is an equal opportunity organization. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.