Talent Acquisition Intern

**This is a full time 10 month internship**

Who We Are:

Relentlessly Delivering Big Ideas. U.S. Xpress is one of the nation’s largest asset-based trucking companies. But the most valuable asset we offer isn’t tractors, trailers, or even our exclusive, cutting-edge technology. It’s the collective brainpower of thousands of visionaries and problem-solvers. Together, we are revolutionizing the transportation industry by providing innovative, custom solutions. And, here, we believe in the sanctity of a promise—both to our customers, and our people. When we focus our varied talents on reshaping the future of transportation, that’s what we call the POWER OF U.S.

What You’ll Do:

This position is responsible for supporting the Talent Acquisition team throughout the recruiting, hiring, and onboarding process. This role will provide administrative and operational support to ensure an efficient hiring process and positive candidate experience.

• Assist the Talent Acquisition department with the recruitment and hiring of quality candidates
• Perform onboarding of new hires within designated application(s), as needed.
• Send and follow up on onboarding paperwork and ensure completion of all onboarding steps.
• Run and monitor background checks and drug screens, including handling applicable follow-up documentation and communications.
• Communicate first-day details and respond to onboarding-related questions from new hires.
• Troubleshoot onboarding, equipment, and system access issues as needed.
• Assist with candidate phone screens, sourcing activities, and interview scheduling coordination with hiring managers and agency partners.
• Check internal candidate eligibility and assist with internal transfer and separation processes.
• Conduct new hire follow-up check-ins and maintain candidate disposition updates.
• Support reporting and other Talent Acquisition administrative functions.
• Participate in departmental, divisional, and corporate initiatives as assigned by the Talent Acquisition Manager or others.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For:

Education

• Associate’s Degree required.

Experience

• Experience in Human Resources, Recruiting, Talent Acquisition, or onboarding support preferred.
• Experience in the transportation industry a plus.

Skills/Certifications

• Strong communication and customer service skills with the ability to interact professionally with candidates, employees, hiring managers, and vendors.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and organization.
• Strong problem-solving and follow-up skills.
• Basic computer skills required; experience with Microsoft Office, Internet, and applicable company-specific applications preferred.
• Ability to learn and effectively use multiple transactional business applications.
• Excellent organizational, administrative, and workflow management skills

Why U.S. Xpress?

Right Role. Right Tools. Right People.We invest in our talent starting on day one. You will be provided with personal and professional development opportunities that complement your interests and encourage you to build a career you’re passionate about. Whether it is employee stock options, profit-sharing, 401K, professional development, or our competitive pay, we help prepare you for the future. Be part of an organization that values out-of-the-box thinking and rewards employees for going above and beyond. Curious about the other benefits of working with us? Check out other perks below!

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Vacation, Sick, & Personal time
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On-site work out facility

Work Environment / Physical Requirements – Normal office settings.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected for this position. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Employees performing this job may be asked to perform other duties as required and the responsibilities of the position may change. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

U.S. Xpress is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce.