Summer Intern - Talent Team, #716

Interns will be asked to complete a background investigation prior to their start date.

Dev Technology Group is seeking talented rising Juniors and Seniors for our Summer 2024 Internship Program. Interns will be based out of our headquarters in Reston, Virginia. 

The Talent Team Intern will learn the interconnections between corporate operations teams, project teams, and programs, recruiting methodologies, as well as tools, tactics, and strategies used to facilitate the recruiting process, and how talent acquisition is performed in a government contracting company. The intern will directly assist in various aspects of the recruitment process, including sourcing candidates, reviewing and assessing resumes and our applicant tracking processes, provide research, reports, and analytics, and participate in talent related problem-solving activities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in gaining hands-on experience in talent acquisition/recruiting within an agile and fast-paced environment.

All Dev Technology Group Interns will gain first-hand experience and knowledge supporting a leading Information Technology provider supporting the Federal Government. The intern will be expected to apply analytical thinking and problem solving to address current initiatives. As a part of the broader Summer Intern program, the Intern will gain experience and knowledge in three key areas: technology trends, professional work environments, and Government contracting. Our interns work with fellow Summer Interns on a technically focused project and present the groups' results to the executive team at the end of the program. Past projects have included creating a mentorship web application and planning a hackathon.

Here are some of the activities:

Required Skills and Experience:

• Must be a rising Junior or Senior working toward a Bachelor’s degree in human resources, marketing, business administration, psychology, or a related field
• Must be able to commute to Reston HQ for in office experience twice a week
• Ability to be proactive and follow through on tasks to completion
• Comfortable working as part of a collaborative team
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in data entry and record-keeping
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) is a plus
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion
• A mindset that demonstrates flexibility, resilience, adaptability, and desire to learn

What You'll Be Doing:

• Assist with creating eye-catching job descriptions and posting job openings on relevant platforms and within the ATS
• Observe hiring manager and recruiter strategy meetings
• Assist in sourcing specific technical resources in the federal contracting space through online channels (e.g., job boards, social media platforms, professional networks)
• Research and source available market talent through provided tools
• Review resumes and develop pre-screening questions to assess their qualifications and fit for specific roles
• Communicate with candidates to ensure a positive experience throughout the recruitment process
• Create communication campaigns to reach out to candidates in our Dev Talent Network
• Learn how to build a talent pipeline for difficult-to-fill positions and frequently needed roles and send talent network drip campaign emails
• Communicate and coordinate with employee referrals and Dev Technology alumni
• Assist with contingent recruiting for proposals, format resumes as necessary
• Attend corporate-level meetings to learn about a broad spectrum of areas of the business, such as business development, finance, and project management 
• Assist with college recruiting calendar and planning for the 2025 summer internship program
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the applicant tracking system (ATS)
• Collaborate with team members on special projects and initiatives as needed