Talent Acquisition Intern

TDS Telecom • Madison, WI

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About The Position

Embarking on a new opportunity is one of the most exciting moments in your career journey—and our Talent Acquisition Internship is designed to help you build meaningful experience and develop the skills that will set you up for long-term success.term success.
As a Talent Acquisition Intern within our Human Resources department, you’ll work alongside an experienced and supportive Talent Acquisition team and gain hands-on exposure to the full recruiting lifecycle. From sourcing talent to conducting entry-level phone screens to supporting key recruiting processes, you’ll play a valuable role in helping us attract top talent to our organization.on exposure to the full recruiting lifecycle.
We are seeking candidates interested in working full-time (40 hours) during the summer and part-time (20 hours) during the school year. Throughout the internship, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate closely with TA team members, contribute to meaningful projects, and learn about the day-to-day operations that support a successful recruiting function. Our goal is to provide a rewarding, growth-oriented experience that offers insight into future HR opportunities and helps you build a strong professional foundation.
This internship will pay $17/hr.
At TDS Telecom, our interns are the future of our company. We provide hands-on learning experiences in a real-world environment, helping you sharpen the skills and knowledge relevant to your field of study or career path. Our goal is to equip you for success and prepare you to compete for opportunities within our company, both now and in the future. Whether you join us immediately after your internship or return to TDS later in your career, we are committed to ensuring you leave with more experience and insight than when you started.
Intern Resources:
As an intern at TDS, you'll have the opportunity to partner with seasoned professionals on high-priority company projects and day-to-day operations. During your internship, TDS offers you:
Access to our Intern Associate Resource Group (ARG): This group provides extra resources for your development, opportunities for internal advancement, and forums to connect with other interns across the company. Our ARG meets monthly, where you can hear about other interns’ projects and engage with leaders from various teams. The group also hosts networking events to help you build valuable connections, with the goal of helping you secure full-time employment upon graduation.
Prioritization of Your Professional Development: TDS offers in-depth training to ensure you are continuously growing and developing your skills.
Focus on Ethics and a Healthy Work-Life Balance: We emphasize ethical practices and offer a business casual work environment to promote a balanced, supportive culture.
Encouragement to Volunteer: Interns are encouraged to engage in local charities, university activities, and community events, fostering personal and professional growth through meaningful contributions.

Requirements

• Completion of 2+ semesters of college coursework
• 2+ years of experience using a PC with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to work full-time (40 hours) during the summer and part-time (20 hours) during the school year

Nice To Haves

• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
• Comfort working in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Proactive, self-motivated, and eager to learn
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Customer service mindset with a helpful and professional attitude
• Coursework or interest in human resources, talent management, or organizational behavior
• Ability to create or work with spreadsheets, tracking sheets, or dashboards
• Prior experience in customer service, administrative work, or campus involvement

Responsibilities

• Assist with sourcing and identifying qualified candidates across various platforms
• Conduct entry-level phone screens and support early stages of the interview processlevel phone screens and support early stages of the interview process
• Help manage candidate communication and scheduling
• Support the team with administrative tasks and maintain accurate recruiting documentation
• Gain exposure to applicant tracking systems and HR technologies
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition team members on day-to-day recruiting operationstoday recruiting operations

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Health Savings Accounts
• 401(k) plan (if 18 or older)
• Sick leave (10 days accrued per year for full-time and pro-rated for all other associates)
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed