Talent Acquistion Specialist

HBM Holdings•South Bend, IN

7h•Hybrid

About The Position

Schafer Industries, established in 1934, is a premier supplier of off-highway axles and differentiated precision gearing solutions with locations in South Bend, IN, Roscoe, IL, Fredericktown, OH, and Blacklick, OH. They are a manufacturer of integrated axle solutions in the off-highway electric vehicle market, serving various end markets including off-highway vehicles, recreational vehicles, aerospace, defense, oil & gas, material handling, powertrain, electric mobility, heavy duty trucking, agriculture, and construction. Their mission is to leverage world-class capabilities to deliver superior products and services to maximize value for customers, employees, shareholders, and communities. The company is growth-oriented, committed to safety and continuous improvement, offers a collaborative work environment, provides training and career development opportunities, and values Safety, Integrity, Responsibility to Others, Customer Focus, Continuous Improvement, and Accountability. The company is seeking a dynamic Talent Acquisition Intern to support the full-cycle recruitment process, from sourcing candidates to onboarding new hires. This full-time temporary position offers hands-on experience in HR and recruitment functions, including resume screening, interview coordination, applicant tracking, and employer branding. The intern will also contribute to strategic pipeline building through community engagement, outreach to educational institutions, and brand-building initiatives to position Schafer Industries as an employer of choice. This role has the potential to become a permanent full-time position.

Requirements

Currently pursuing or recently acquired a degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, or a related field
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Interest in recruitment, talent development, and community engagement
Familiarity with, ADP, Microsoft Office and social media platforms such as Indeed, Facebook, and LinkedIn
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Self-motivated, resourceful, and eager to learn

Responsibilities

Assist in posting job openings on job boards and internal platforms. Screen incoming resumes to identify qualified candidates.
Schedule and coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers, ensuring a positive candidate experience.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate information in the applicant tracking system (ATS). Assist in tracking progress throughout the hiring process.
Help coordinate onboarding activities for new hires, including document collection, orientation preparation, and system access setup.
Provide general administrative assistance to the HR team, such as preparing offer letters, tracking recruiting metrics, and organizing files.
Collaborate with the HR team to identify long-term talent needs and help develop proactive recruiting strategies.
Support outreach efforts to local high schools, career centers, trade programs, and community organizations to build future talent pipelines.
Assist in organizing or participating in career fairs, job shadowing events, mock interviews, and internship programs to attract early talent.
Help represent the company at local events and contribute ideas to increase visibility and appeal to potential candidates in the region.