Summer Intern - Talent Acquisition

HKS, Inc.

Feb 15

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
People, HR & Administration
San Francisco, +18

Requirements

Currently earning a professional degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or relevant degree at an accredited school
Typically 0-2 years of experience
Knowledge of recruiting software such as Workday, Gem, and/or LinkedIn Recruiter preferred
Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred
Basic knowledge of hiring best practices, policies, procedures and employment law preferred
Experience in executive search firm, in-house recruiting, and Human Resources preferred
Experience in or knowledge of the use of applicant tracking systems (ATS) and HRIS systems preferred
Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing
Ability to work in team environment
Ability to effectively meet deadlines

Responsibilities

Project:
Assists in recruiting efforts for assigned sector and/or region alongside managing Talent team member
Coordinates and schedules entry-level candidate phone screens and interviews, and compiles feedback for managing Talent team member
Attends and documents meetings with sector and practice leaders and hiring managers to discuss current and future needs and search progress
Works alongside managing Talent team member to recruit a variety of entry-level professionals utilizing the existing CRM software, Applicant Tracking System (ATS), social media, cold calling, search techniques, professional networking, and relationship-building
Works alongside managing Talent team member to source passive candidates for pipeline building in collaboration with hiring team
Promotes and communicates employment branding initiatives internally
Collaborates with Talent team in maintaining ATS, reviewing resumes, and properly dispositioning candidates
Participates in various strategic initiatives and projects, as needed
Attends Quarterly Hiring Summit(s) and participates in weekly team meetings
Talent Acquisition Team Responsibilities:
Collaborates with Talent Acquisition team to build relationships with managers and leaders throughout the firm to partner and develop trusting relationships
Collaborates with Talent Acquisition team to search for, evaluate and identify best in class talent
Collaborates on J.E.D.I. (Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion) goals and objectives to encourage diverse thinking and diverse candidates
Proactively creates a positive and informed candidate experience
Contributes to planning and execution of employment branding initiatives relative to social media presence, campaigns, advertisements, and job boards
Collaborates in implementing talent acquisition projects and programs
Stays current with overall TA trends and best practices
Collaborates on team meetings and shares information

HKS, Inc.

Designing with purpose to create a better world.

Engineering & Construction

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

1939

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

HKS is a global firm of architects, designers, planners and advisors who create places noted for their beauty and performance. Our 1,500 people in 27 offices are united by the belief that an environmental, social and governance approach to design achieves design excellence. In 2023, we became a carbon neutral firm. We value honesty, diversity and inclusion and we celebrate creative thinking. In partnership with our clients and collaborators, we craft powerful ideas and solutions. Together we create places that stand apart We nurture a culture of extraordinary people with curious and creative minds who are passionate about delivering elegant solutions. We also have a dedicated research team devoted to discovering processes and ideas that improve outcomes for everyone. In everything we do, we're mindful of the fragility of all life and of the planet.