Talent Acquisition Intern (Boston, MA)

As a Talent Acquisition Intern at WinnCompanies, you will engage in a variety of responsibilities designed to give you real-world experience. This includes reviewing and approving job requisitions, creating enticing job postings, assisting with Employee Referral bonuses, and maintaining candidate records in our Lever Applicant Tracking System. You’ll also get involved in administrative tasks related to new hires and site acquisitions, helping shape the Talent Acquisition operations at our Boston, MA headquarters.

To qualify for the Talent Acquisition Intern role at WinnCompanies, you must be currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree. Ideal candidates will have some experience working with the Microsoft suite, including Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Preferred qualifications include coursework or experience in Human Resources, Business, Marketing, Branding, or Communications, allowing for a well-rounded understanding of talent acquisition processes.

The Talent Acquisition Internship at WinnCompanies is designed to last from June through August 2025. This full-time internship offers a comprehensive experience in the field of Talent Acquisition, allowing you to grow professionally and personally during your time with us in Boston, MA.

Yes, the Talent Acquisition Intern position at WinnCompanies is compensated at a rate of $20.00 per hour. This competitive pay reflects our commitment to supporting the development of our interns while providing a valuable experience in the Human Resources field.

As a Talent Acquisition Intern at WinnCompanies, you will play a pivotal role in connecting top talent with our organization, ultimately impacting the lives of our residents in meaningful ways. Through various tasks in talent branding, policy documentation, and administrative support, you will contribute to an enriching workplace culture that emphasizes respect, diversity, and community.

In responding to why you're interested in Talent Acquisition, highlight your passion for helping others find their ideal job and how this aligns with your career goals in Human Resources. Workers play a pivotal role in shaping company culture, and your enthusiasm for influencing an organization positively can be compelling.

To answer this, walk through the job posting process: understand the requirements, consult with the hiring manager, draft the posting, ensure it's aligned with the company’s branding, and finally, review with HR before publishing it to attract the right candidates.

Mention any experience you have with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) like Lever, as well as familiarity with Microsoft Office suite applications. If you have used Phenom or any HR management tools, make sure to highlight this as well.

Explain your approach for following up with candidates – maintaining professionalism while being persistent. You might discuss attempts like sending reminders via email or checking in with your team to ensure the candidate's experience remains positive.

In your answer, discuss how a strong employer brand helps attract top talent and defines a company's culture. Link this back to how you might use various social media channels or professional networks to enhance the company's image in the job market.

Describe your strategy for prioritization, perhaps using a task matrix or daily planning method. Stress the importance of assessing urgency versus importance and staying organized to meet deadlines, especially in a dynamic environment like Talent Acquisition.

Share a specific experience where you collaborated with peers, detailing your role and contribution. Highlight the outcome and what you learned about working effectively as part of a team – skills critical in Talent Acquisition where collaboration is key.

Discuss the qualities you believe are essential for a good recruiter, such as strong communication skills, empathy, and the ability to assess both skills and fit within the company culture. This shows your understanding of the role's complexity in attracting suitable candidates.

Emphasize your commitment to understanding and applying labor regulations, such as equal opportunity laws. Discuss the importance of maintaining accurate records and following up-to-date procedures, which are crucial in Talent Acquisition.

When asked about data analysis, explain how it can provide insights into hiring trends, candidate behaviors, and the effectiveness of recruitment strategies. Talk about your interest in utilizing data to enhance teams' efficiency and improve overall outcomes.