Student WestJetter- Talent Acquisition- 12 month term

WestJet Group•Calgary, AB

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This 12-month term position offers hands-on exposure to recruitment activities, including events, labor market research, competitive benchmarking, and employer branding. The student will apply industry-leading talent acquisition practices to build a foundation in the field. The role involves analyzing recruiting metrics and trends to provide insights and recommendations for continuous improvement. This position requires in-person collaboration up to five days a week, with the possibility of changes based on business needs. The successful candidate will be an energetic self-starter with a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn, exhibiting a high standard of excellence, enjoying challenges, and remaining results-driven in a continually evolving business environment. The employee will report to work in person at the WestJet Campus in Calgary.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a diploma or degree program in Human Resources, Human Resource Management or a related field
Ability to apply academic learning to a professional work environment
Excellent time management, organizational, and interpersonal skills required.
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Excellent analytical, problem solving, goal orientation, and relationship building skills.
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
Ability to present ideas, negotiate, facilitate and problem solve.
Team player – works to ensure team goals are met or exceeded.
Exceptional attention to detail.
Demonstrate sound judgment regarding confidential and sensitive matters.
Must provide high level of customer service to internal and external guests.
High degree of diplomacy and good judgment.

Responsibilities

Support recruitment events and hiring campaigns by coordinating logistics, materials, and on-site engagement
Develop a comprehensive understanding of key talent segments to inform more targeted, effective hiring strategies
Benchmark competitor recruiting practices and identify opportunities for differentiation
Research talent acquisition trends and recommend practices relevant to WestJet
Partner with the Lead, Talent Acquisition & Programs (Corporate) to share student insights and recommend program improvements from a student perspective
Interview employees and develop spotlight stories that support employer branding
Create social media content that supports recruiting and employer brand campaigns
General TA support as required