Talent Acquisition Intern

Landscape Forms • Kalamazoo, MI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Landscape Forms is seeking a motivated Talent Acquisition Intern to gain hands-on recruiting and Human Resources experience in a manufacturing environment. The intern will support the full recruiting lifecycle for hourly manufacturing teams, including sourcing and screening candidates, coordinating interviews, and supporting a positive candidate experience. The role also contributes to employer branding, team member engagement, and People Department projects.

The internship provides practical experience and professional development in Talent Acquisition and Human Resources. The intern will learn how recruiting supports manufacturing operations and business goals, gain experience with Greenhouse and other HR and recruiting technologies, develop professional communication and organizational skills, collaborate with hiring leaders and People Department professionals, and participate in projects that apply classroom knowledge.

This is a part-time, onsite internship at the company’s Kalamazoo, Michigan facility, for up to 30 hours per week. The anticipated duration is now through Spring 2027, with potential to work full-time during the summer and transition into a full-time role if it is a good fit for both the candidate and organization. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with flexible hours based on the intern’s class schedule.

The position is primarily performed in an office within a manufacturing facility. It may involve prolonged sitting and computer work, with occasional walking or standing during meetings, events, or activities throughout the facility. The intern must follow applicable workplace safety guidelines. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Interest in Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, and working within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to connect professionally with a variety of individuals.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Willingness to learn, ask questions, accept feedback, and take initiative.
• Collaborative, positive approach and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfort learning and using technology, including Microsoft Office and other business systems.
• Ability to handle sensitive information professionally and confidentially.

Nice To Haves

• Previous recruiting or Human Resources experience is not required; the employer is looking for someone eager to learn and grow.

Responsibilities

• Support full-cycle recruiting for hourly manufacturing positions, with opportunities to take on greater responsibility as skills and experience develop.
• Partner with People Department team members and hiring leaders to understand staffing needs and position requirements.
• Source and engage prospective candidates through job boards, outreach, and other recruiting channels.
• Conduct initial phone screens, evaluate candidate qualifications, and coordinate next steps with hiring leaders.
• Assist with interview scheduling, candidate communication, and recruitment coordination.
• Maintain accurate candidate information and recruiting activity in Greenhouse, the Applicant Tracking System.
• Help track recruiting metrics, identify trends, and recommend opportunities to improve hiring processes.
• Help create a welcoming, responsive, and organized candidate experience throughout the hiring process.
• Support the Select for Talent approach to identifying and evaluating candidates.
• Assist with recruiting campaigns, job advertisements, and employer branding initiatives.
• Research and recommend creative ways to attract and engage prospective candidates.
• Participate in career fairs, hiring events, school partnerships, and community outreach activities.
• Assist with planning and coordinating team member engagement activities, recognition events, and company gatherings.
• Support special projects involving internal communications, surveys, reporting, and process improvements.
• Help coordinate event logistics, including scheduling, materials, and communications.
• Collaborate with People Department team members to learn about different areas of Human Resources.
• Contribute ideas that strengthen the team member experience and support the company culture.
• Follow all applicable workplace safety guidelines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern