HR Technical Recruiting Internship

Job Description

About the Job

HR Technical Recruiting Internship

• Location: 100% Remote
• Type: Unpaid Internship
• Schedule: 15–20 hours per week, Part-time (flexible hours)
• Duration: 6 months

About the Role

We are seeking a Technical Recruiting Intern to play a crucial role in supporting our hiring initiatives across a diverse spectrum of technical and specialized positions. This includes, but is not limited to, tech professionals, digital marketing experts, industry evangelists, software engineers, UX/UI designers, data analysts and data scientists, AI and machine learning experts, cybersecurity specialists, web3 and blockchain engineers, and other technical talent as needed.

What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities)

As a Technical Recruiting Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in the full recruiting lifecycle. Your responsibilities will include:

• Candidate Sourcing & Engagement: Source, identify, and proactively engage candidates across a broad range of technical roles.
• Initial Screening: Conduct initial phone or video calls to assess candidate interest, availability, and overall fit for various positions.
• Interview Coordination: Coordinate and schedule interviews directly with the CEO for qualified candidates.
• Information Collection: Collect essential candidate information, including rate expectations and Right-to-Represent (RTR) confirmations, via email.
• Candidate Profile Preparation: Prepare clear, well-organized, and polished candidate profiles for submission to clients and potential clients.
• Record Keeping & Follow-ups: Maintain accurate records of all candidate communications, submissions, and follow-ups throughout the recruiting process.
• Professional Communication: Communicate professionally and consistently with candidates at every stage of the recruitment journey.

What We’re Looking For (Desired Skills & Qualifications)

• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with comfort speaking professionally with technical professionals and executives.
• Organization & Detail: Highly organized with strong attention to detail and excellent follow-through capabilities.
• Professionalism: Professional email and phone etiquette, coupled with basic business communication skills.
• Discretion: Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information responsibly.
• Interest: A genuine interest in recruiting, technology, or startup environments.
• Reliability: Reliable, responsive, and able to manage follow-ups independently.

Nice to Have (Not Required)

• Some exposure to recruiting or staffing processes.
• Familiarity with various technical roles and their associated terminology.
• Experience with candidate sourcing platforms like LinkedIn Recruiter.
• Previous use of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).

What You’ll Gain (Learning & Development)

This internship offers a unique opportunity to:

• Acquire hands-on experience in technical recruiting within a dynamic environment.
• Engage in direct collaboration with executive leadership, including the CEO.
• Gain exposure to real-world client submissions, rate discussions, and negotiation processes.
• Undertake meaningful responsibilities that contribute directly to business outcomes, going beyond typical intern “busy work.”

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a college or university program in Human Resources, Business, Communications, Psychology, Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Human Computer Interaction, or a related field.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, comfortable speaking with technical professionals and executives.
• Organization: Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Autonomy: Reliable, responsive, and able to manage follow-ups independently.
• Etiquette: Professional email etiquette and basic business communication skills.
• Confidentiality: Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information responsibly.

How to Apply

To apply for this internship, please submit your resume along with a brief note explaining your interest in technical recruiting and this specific internship opportunity. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an initial conversation.