What are the responsibilities and job description for the Talent Acquisition Intern position at McKinstry?
Thank you for your interest in interning with McKinstry!
We are proud and excited to offer summer internships for 2026 across several of our different office locations and are currently seeking a Talent Acquisition Intern to join our team in Seattle.
McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet.
Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:
- renewables and energy services
- engineering and design
- construction and facility services
To get where we’re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?
Our B.L.U.E. (Build, Learn, Understand, Enrich) Summer Internship Program is purposefully designed to inspire your imagination and help you guide your career with purpose. You’ll be an integral part of McKinstry with hands-on experience, mentorship and a healthy dose of fun. Our program delivers depth and real experience so that you can truly evaluate potential career paths within the work we do.
Are you looking to gain hands-on experience in recruitment and talent acquisition? Join our Talent Acquisition team as an intern and play a key role in sourcing top talent, supporting hiring initiatives, and contributing to employer branding efforts. This internship offers valuable exposure to full-cycle hiring, networking opportunities, and mentorship to help you kick-start your career in HR.
What we look for in our Talent Acquisition Interns:
- Must be pursuing a business, public relations, communication, etc. degree. Junior student standing or higher required.
- Availability in Summer 2026 (May/June start until August/September depending on the school); part-time availability after Summer preferred
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Someone who is personable and thrives in a fast-paced atmosphere.
What are our Talent Acquisition Interns responsible for:
- Assist with sourcing candidates through various channels.
- Support college and early-career recruiting initiatives.
- Maintain accurate candidate records in the ATS.
- Support the Talent Acquisition team’s transition to a new ATS.
- Assist with employer branding and recruitment marketing.
- Support internship program coordination and engagement.
- Conduct market research on talent trends.
- Provide administrative support as needed.
If you’re passionate about sustainability and want to work with our team to help solve the critical problems our industry and clients face, we invite you to apply.
The hourly rate for this role is $22/hr.
The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.
McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.
Salary : $22