January 2027 - Retail Development Program - Early Talent Specialist

Belk • Charlotte, NC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Belk’s Retail Development Program (RDP) is a fast-paced, three-month program designed to prepare recent college graduates for full-time roles across business functions such as Merchandising, Planning, and Supply Chain. The program focuses on Education, Experience, Exposure, Innovation, and Results. Program participants will be based at Belk’s Charlotte, North Carolina headquarters and are required to move to and live in the Charlotte metro area.

The Early Talent Specialist supports Belk’s early talent strategy through campus engagement, university partnerships, recruitment marketing, student recruiting and selection, and the coordination and execution of early talent programs and events. The position works closely with Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, and business partners to attract, engage, and develop emerging talent.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Must have graduated between May 2026 and December 2026 and be able to start full-time in January 2027.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills and the ability to communicate effectively with candidates, university partners, business leaders, and internal stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment and adapting to changing priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage program logistics accurately.
• Analytical mindset and ability to interpret data and translate insights into recommendations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, ownership, curiosity, and commitment to continuous learning.
• Ability to work collaboratively across functions and build relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to travel as needed to support university recruiting events and early talent programming.

Nice To Haves

• A degree in Human Resources, Business, Marketing, Communications, Psychology, or another related field is preferred.
• Previous internship, campus leadership, recruiting, human resources, student programming, or talent-related experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support recruitment marketing strategies, content, and campaigns that strengthen Belk’s early talent brand and engage students.
• Build relationships with university partners and campus stakeholders to strengthen Belk’s campus presence and talent pipeline.
• Coordinate and support campus recruiting events and experiences, including career fairs, networking events, and information sessions.
• Support recruiting and selection for Belk’s early talent programs, partnering with Talent Acquisition and business teams throughout the candidate experience.
• Coordinate and support early talent programs, participant experiences, and events while contributing to program engagement and continuous improvement.
• Travel as needed to support university recruiting events and early talent programming.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level