January 2027 - Retail Development Program - Early Talent Specialist

Belk • Charlotte, NC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Retail Development Program – Early Talent prepares you for your first position as an Early Talent Specialist. The primary responsibilities of an Early Talent Specialist will include supporting 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. You will work 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 - December 2026 and be able to start full-time January 2027
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to communicate effectively with candidates, university partners, business leaders, and internal stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and adapting to changing priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage program logistics accurately.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into recommendations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, ownership, curiosity, and a commitment to continuous learning.
• Ability to work collaboratively across functions and build relationships at all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• Human Resources, Business, Marketing, Communications, Psychology, or another related field preferred.
• Previous internship, campus leadership, recruiting, human resources, student programming, or talent-related experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to travel as needed to support university recruiting events and early talent programming.

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 across 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.

What This Job Offers

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