Talent Acquisition Intern
This internship offers hands-on experience in Talent Acquisition while supporting projects that contribute directly to business objectives. Working alongside experienced professionals, you will gain exposure to recruiting processes, candidate engagement, and the systems and practices that help attract and hire talent.
Through mentorship, regular feedback, and cross-departmental collaboration, you will strengthen your communication, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills while building a foundation for a career in Talent Acquisition or Human Resources.
Responsibilities
- Support the Talent Acquisition team with recruiting activities, including candidate sourcing, interview coordination, and candidate communications.
- Assist with reviewing job postings for clarity, consistency, and accuracy.
- Conduct research on talent markets, recruiting practices, and other topics that support hiring priorities.
- Participate in career fairs to identify candidates for annual internship program.
- Help maintain accurate candidate information and recruiting records in the applicant tracking system.
- Assist with internship program coordination and recruitment activities during peak hiring periods.
- Contribute to recruiting reports, presentations, and process improvement projects.
- Participate in regular check-ins with team members and mentors to review progress, receive feedback, and build professional skills.
- Present project findings, progress, and recommendations to the team.
- Explore opportunities to shadow colleagues across departments to broaden business knowledge and build professional connections.
Competencies
- Being Resilient: Rebounding from setbacks and adapting when facing challenges.
- Drives Results: Following through on assignments and achieving results.
- Ensures Accountability: Taking ownership of responsibilities and meeting commitments.
Qualifications
- Must be enrolled full-time and actively pursuing a degree at an accredited college or university.
- Students in their junior year of a bachelor’s degree program in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field are preferred.
- Demonstrated interest in Talent Acquisition and Human Resources.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational abilities.
- Interest in research and problem-solving, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and handle confidential information with discretion.
Candidates Should expect the following:
- A structured intern program offering social activities and networking opportunities with other interns as well as Minitab colleagues including our CEO. Ever taken a tour of Beaver Stadium? Movie night or pool party with your intern colleagues sound like fun? How about a meet up at our state of the art on site gym? Lunch with the CEO?
- Substantive projects that make an impact to Minitab’s business and customers.
- A professional and highly welcoming working environment where you will take away key skills and experience.
Schedule and Location
This is an onsite internship requiring availability Monday through Thursday during standard business hours, up to a maximum of 29 hours per week. Scheduling flexibility is available during the academic term.
MUST be available to work onsite at our Minitab Corporate Headquarters in State College, PA.
Remote work is not an option for this position.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
This position is ineligible for visa sponsorship.
To be considered for this role, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States and not require sponsorship for employment now or in the future.
