Recruiting Specialist Internships
Recruiting specialist internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on sourcing and screening project experience, mentorship from working recruiting specialists, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Technology & Software, Food & Beverage, and Law & Legal Services, with TikTok, JD, and Thrivent among the employers posting roles now.
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GF Building Flow Solutions (BFS) Americas is offering an exciting ten-week summer internship program in our Human Resources department. As a Human Resources & Talent Acquisition Intern, you will have the opportunity to work hands on with our Human Resources team performing valuable full-cycle recruiting activities, supporting employee engagement initiatives, and contributing to key HR programs and projects. During the summer, you will connect with leaders throughout the company to learn more about GF's products and services and will participate in a variety of training sessions focused on preparation for your future careers.
Areas of Focus
- Assist with full-cycle recruiting activities, including sourcing candidates, reviewing applications, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and supporting candidates throughout the hiring process.
- Participate in the planning, coordination, and execution of company-sponsored events, employee engagement activities, and internal HR programs.
- Maintain and enhance the HR intranet site by updating content, improving page layout and navigation, and ensuring information is accurate, current, and user-friendly.
- Partner with Human Resources Managers to support departmental projects, workforce initiatives, and strategic business objectives.
- Assist with continuous improvement efforts by identifying process enhancements, documenting procedures, and supporting the implementation of best practices.
- Deliver a presentation of your key learnings, project contributions, and recommendations to a leadership panel at the conclusion of the internship.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, Psychology, or a related field.
- Must be an incoming Junior or Senior in a degree program.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
- Demonstrates curiosity, coachability, and a willingness to learn.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with employees, leaders, candidates, and external partners.
- Strong customer service orientation and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
- Comfortable learning and utilizing HR systems, intranet platforms, and recruiting tools.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- This internship is a full-time, hybrid position requiring in-office work a minimum of two days per week.
- Must be available for the duration of the program: June 7, 2027 through August 13, 2027.
Disclaimers
Applicable to US job postings only (not Canada): The expected compensation for this position is $22.00/hr. This represents a good faith estimate for this position.
Uponor is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Please submit your application via the ‘Apply’ button.
GF Building Flow Solutions (BFS) Americas is offering an exciting ten-week summer internship program in our Human Resources department. As a Human Resources & Talent Acquisition Intern, you will have the opportunity to work hands on with our Human Resources team performing valuable full-cycle recruiting activities, supporting employee engagement initiatives, and contributing to key HR programs and projects. During the summer, you will connect with leaders throughout the company to learn more about GF's products and services and will participate in a variety of training sessions focused on preparation for your future careers.
Areas of Focus
- Assist with full-cycle recruiting activities, including sourcing candidates, reviewing applications, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and supporting candidates throughout the hiring process.
- Participate in the planning, coordination, and execution of company-sponsored events, employee engagement activities, and internal HR programs.
- Maintain and enhance the HR intranet site by updating content, improving page layout and navigation, and ensuring information is accurate, current, and user-friendly.
- Partner with Human Resources Managers to support departmental projects, workforce initiatives, and strategic business objectives.
- Assist with continuous improvement efforts by identifying process enhancements, documenting procedures, and supporting the implementation of best practices.
- Deliver a presentation of your key learnings, project contributions, and recommendations to a leadership panel at the conclusion of the internship.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, Psychology, or a related field.
- Must be an incoming Junior or Senior in a degree program.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
- Demonstrates curiosity, coachability, and a willingness to learn.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with employees, leaders, candidates, and external partners.
- Strong customer service orientation and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
- Comfortable learning and utilizing HR systems, intranet platforms, and recruiting tools.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- This internship is a full-time, hybrid position requiring in-office work a minimum of two days per week.
- Must be available for the duration of the program: June 7, 2027 through August 13, 2027.
Disclaimers
Applicable to US job postings only (not Canada): The expected compensation for this position is $22.00/hr. This represents a good faith estimate for this position.
Uponor is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Please submit your application via the ‘Apply’ button.
Recruiting Specialist Internship Market
Who's Hiring
- TikTok18
- JD2
- Thrivent2
- Republic Airways2
- BTAS1
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Food & Beverage
- Law & Legal Services
- Investment & Asset Management
- Consulting & Professional Services
Tips for Your Recruiting Specialist Internship Search
Apply earlier than your classmates do
Large employers open summer recruiting specialist internship applications the preceding fall and close cohorts before winter break. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Check listings in September and October for structured programs, and return regularly for rolling openings throughout the year.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams expect limited work history from intern candidates. What gives them something concrete to assess is a documented sourcing brief, a sample candidate outreach sequence, or a research write-up on a talent market. Include the tools you used and a link where the work is visible.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured recruiting specialist programs tied to your university, and recruiters there often move faster than online screening. Your professors and career center staff frequently know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts at the same time widens the pool you reach.
Practice the actual intern screen out loud
Recruiting specialist intern interviews typically involve a situational or behavioral screen, a sourcing exercise, or a brief case on how you would approach filling a role. Practice explaining your reasoning out loud, not just arriving at an answer, since interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as the conclusion you reach.
Target structured recruiting programs at larger companies
Many large employers run rotational or cohort-based HR and talent acquisition programs built to train people new to the field. These programs recruit early, fill in the first application wave, and offer more structured mentorship than ad hoc intern roles. Identify the ones that fit your timeline and apply as soon as they open.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 62% of the recruiting specialist internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to before you search, then filter by location and work type so you're not sorting through roles you can't take. On Migrate Mate, the work-type filter applies instantly and keeps your results relevant from the first search.
Recruiting Specialist Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a recruiting specialist internship?
Lead with coursework and projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For recruiting specialist candidates, the concrete artifact is a documented sourcing or hiring process write-up, a sample candidate pipeline, or a research brief on a talent market. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a recruiting specialist internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. For recruiting specialist interns, what actually drives it is performance on real work, available headcount on the team, and how early you signal interest in returning. Position for a return offer by delivering consistently and asking your manager about full-time timelines, without counting on the outcome.
When should I apply for recruiting specialist internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing cohorts before the new year. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly rather than waiting for a single season gives you the widest shot at both structured and rolling programs.
Are recruiting specialist internships paid?
Most professional recruiting specialist internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer discloses it. Unpaid internships exist but are uncommon at established companies. If pay matters for your decision, filter for listings that include compensation details before applying.
What should a recruiting specialist internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three documented projects showing sourcing research, candidate outreach drafts, or hiring process analyses, with the tools you used and a link or portfolio piece where the work is visible. Add relevant coursework in HR, organizational behavior, or industrial psychology. Keep it to one page and put your most relevant project first.
Are there remote recruiting specialist internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 38% of the recruiting specialist internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
Can international students get recruiting specialist internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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