Talent Acquisition Intern (Summer 2027)

The HR Talent Acquisition Intern supports Human Resources and hiring teams in coordinating and executing recruitment activities. This role offers hands-on experience in job posting, applicant screening, interview coordination, and stakeholder communication within a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Act as a primary point of contact for communication with Owners, Owner’s Project Managers (OPMs), and Design Team members.
• Support the full-cycle recruitment process, including drafting, posting, and maintaining job requisitions.
• Review and screen applicants to identify qualified candidates in alignment with job requirements.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and internal hiring teams.
• Assist with onboarding and orientation processes to ensure a seamless new hire experience.
• Maintain and update data within the applicant tracking system (ATS) to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborate on drafting and refining job descriptions and employment postings.
• Track and monitor employee career development activities in coordination with supervisors.
• Prepare recruitment-related metrics and reports to support process improvement initiatives.
• Participate in employer branding efforts and assist with campus recruiting or career events when applicable.
• Provide administrative and logistical support to the HR team as needed.

Key Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional, collaborative, and customer-service-oriented approach.
• High level of discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
• Exceptional attention to detail in reviewing resumes, data entry, and documentation.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks, priorities, and meet tight deadlines.
• Analytical thinking to support recruitment metrics and reporting.
• Adaptable and eager to learn in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Required Experience

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; coursework in Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture is a plus.
• Demonstrated interest in talent acquisition and/or the A/E/C (Architecture, Engineering, Construction) industry.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Familiar with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and HR databases, or willing to learn.
• Strong analytical skills to support candidate engagement and recruitment process improvements.