Summer Internship - Talent Acquisition

PACCAR • Renton, WA

6d • $25 - $30

About The Position

PACCAR Parts, a division of PACCAR, is seeking a highly motivated Talent Acquisition Intern to join its Human Resources team for Summer 2027 in Renton, Washington. This internship is intended for a student currently enrolled in college, with junior or senior standing preferred, who is interested in hands-on experience in recruiting and talent acquisition.

The intern will partner with hiring managers on full-cycle recruiting and support PACCAR’s Summer Internship Program through events, engagement activities, networking opportunities, communications, and logistics. The role also provides exposure to recruiting and HR professionals, HR and business leaders, and a range of HR functions and special projects. The intern will use AI-enabled tools and SuccessFactors to support recruiting processes, maintain candidate data, and improve process efficiency and candidate experience.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in human resources or a related field.
• Currently enrolled in college; junior or senior standing preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Resourceful, proactive, and self-motivated.
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work with a sense of urgency and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to manage full-cycle recruiting activities.
• Support the Summer Internship Program with intern events, engagement activities, networking opportunities, communications, and program logistics.
• Use AI-enabled tools to support recruiting, including drafting candidate outreach communications and job description content and improving process efficiency.
• Create, update, and close job requisitions in the applicant tracking system.
• Review and evaluate resumes, conduct initial candidate outreach, and assess alignment with role requirements.
• Coordinate interview processes, including scheduling and logistics for virtual and onsite interviews.
• Serve as the primary communication contact among hiring managers, candidates, and HR stakeholders.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to build diverse, high-quality talent pipelines.
• Draft and post job descriptions.
• Support candidate onboarding and partner with HR to provide a smooth new-hire experience.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate data in SuccessFactors.
• Drive continuous improvement in recruiting processes, tools, and candidate experience.
• Provide support across HR functions and special projects as needed.

Benefits

• 401(k) with up to a 5% company match.
• Sick leave.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for the employee and family.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA).
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Employee assistance program (EAP) services, including wellness plans, estate planning, and financial counseling.
• Growth, training, and development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced colleagues recognized as experts in their field.
• Relocation assistance may be offered.

What This Job Offers

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