Human Resources Talent Acquisition Internship (Summer 2026)

State of Nebraska • Lincoln, NE

22h • $15 • Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about recruiting, outreach, and making a meaningful impact in the workforce? We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Talent Acquisition Intern to support our recruitment, onboarding, and outreach efforts. This internship offers hands-on experience in talent acquisition, employer branding, and social media engagement while working alongside a dynamic Human Resources team.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited college or university (two-to-four-year institution) OR recently graduated (within one year) from an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited college or university (two-to-four-year institution).

Nice To Haves

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
• Strong interest in talent acquisition, recruitment, and employer branding.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in social media platforms and content creation.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support outreach initiatives, such as attending career fairs, networking events, and campus recruitment activities.
• Contribute to social media strategies by creating content for LinkedIn, Facebook, and other platforms to promote job opportunities and employer branding.
• Help coordinate and enhance internship and talent pipeline programs.
• Participate in the onboarding process for new employees, including conducting background checks, drug screens, and collecting new hire paperwork.
• Assist with administrative tasks, including resume screening, scheduling interviews, and tracking recruitment metrics.
• Collaborate with the HR team on special projects and initiatives as needed.

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life.
• Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
• Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer!
• Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status.
• For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees