Entry Level Talent Acquisition Lead Jobs

New grad talent acquisition lead jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship background or hands-on recruiting project can matter more than a lengthy resume. Most openings mix on-site and remote settings across Technology & Software, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Education, with employers like TikTok, JD, and Paycom hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles34
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerTikTok
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Work type81% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Talent Acquisition Specialist
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Talent Acquisition Specialist
Brighter Strides ABA Therapy
Lakewood, New Jersey
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Human Resources
On-Site
None

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Talent Acquisition Partner
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Talent Acquisition Partner
UC Health
Ohio
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Human Resources
$68k - $72k/yr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Internship - Talent Acquisition
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Internship - Talent Acquisition
Wells Enterprises
Le Mars, Iowa
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Human Resources
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist
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Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist
Smithfield Foods
Saint James, Minnesota
Business Analysis
Business Strategy
Strategy & Corporate Development
$50k - $70k/yr
10,000+

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Entry Level Talent Acquisition Lead Job Market

Who's Hiring

TikTok6 open roles
JD1 open role
Paycom1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software10
  • Healthcare & Medical Services5
  • Education3
  • Consulting & Professional Services3
  • Construction & Real Estate2

Entry Level Talent Acquisition Lead Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an entry level talent acquisition lead job?

Start by gaining hands-on experience through campus recruiting internships, HR coordination roles, or volunteer sourcing work for student organizations. Employers at this level look for candidates who can demonstrate familiarity with applicant tracking systems, basic sourcing techniques, and clear communication skills. A portfolio showing measurable results from any recruiting project, even a small one, gives you a real edge over candidates who rely on coursework alone.

Which companies hire entry level talent acquisition leads?

Companies hiring entry level talent acquisition leads right now include TikTok, JD, and Paycom, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this experience level, hiring tends to come from fast-growing mid-size companies and large enterprises building out their internal recruiting teams.

Are there remote entry level talent acquisition lead jobs?

Yes, though availability varies by employer and role. About 19% of entry level talent acquisition lead openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, giving new candidates flexibility in where they work while they build their recruiting skills and employer relationships.

Are these new grad talent acquisition lead jobs?

Yes, many of the listings on this page are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome recent graduates and candidates with little or no professional experience. A new-grad-friendly posting typically accepts zero to two years of experience, counts internships toward that threshold, or invites candidates to highlight a portfolio or coursework project in lieu of a formal work history.

Which industries hire the most entry level talent acquisition leads?

Entry Level talent acquisition lead roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to have high hiring volume and ongoing headcount growth, which creates consistent demand for junior recruiting professionals who can support sourcing and candidate experience at scale.