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Reality Defender

Reality Defender

People & HR
Posted on Mar 7, 2026
Who We Are.

Reality Defender is an award-winning cybersecurity company helping enterprises and governments detect deepfakes and AI-generated media. Utilizing a patented multi-model approach, Reality Defender is robust against the bleeding edge of generative platforms producing video, audio, imagery, and text media. Reality Defender's API-first deepfake detection platform empowers teams and developers alike to identify fraud, disinformation campaigns, and harmful deepfakes in real time.

Backed by world class investors including DCVC, Illuminate Financial, Y Combinator, Booz Allen Hamilton, IBM, Accenture, Rackhouse, and Argon VC, Reality Defender works with leading enterprise clients, financial institutions, and governments in order to ensure AI-generated media is not used for malicious purposes.

Youtube: Reality Defender Wins RSA Most Innovative Startup

The People & Talent Internship.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented student or recent graduate to participate in the People & Talent Internship at Reality Defender. This part-time role offers hands-on experience across recruiting, HR operations, and talent programs in a fast-growing technology company.

You will gain exposure to full-cycle recruiting, candidate experience, HR systems, onboarding, and talent operations at a scaling startup. Responsibilities include:

  • Support recruiting efforts by scheduling interviews, coordinating candidate communications, and maintaining applicant tracking systems
  • Help ensure a positive candidate experience by providing timely communication and support throughout the hiring process
  • Assist with onboarding activities, including preparing onboarding materials and coordinating new hire logistics
  • Maintain and organize HR documentation, employee records, and internal systems
  • Support People Operations initiatives such as employee engagement programs, training coordination, and internal communications
  • Assist with reporting and tracking recruiting metrics and hiring progress

Who you are.

  • Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Psychology, Communications, or a related field
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism
  • Interest in HR, recruiting, and talent operations

This internship requires a time commitment of approximately 20 hours per week.