Talent Acquisition Intern

Horizon Tech is seeking a motivated Talent Acquisition Intern to join our recruitment team. This internship is designed for current students or recent graduates eager to begin their career in Human Resources and Talent Acquisition. The role offers hands-on experience in the full recruitment lifecycle, with close mentorship from seasoned recruiters. This is an excellent opportunity to develop practical skills and gain exposure to technical recruitment in a dynamic work environment.

Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in posting job advertisements on professional platforms, job boards, and social media channels.
- Support sourcing efforts by identifying potential candidates through various channels.
- Screen resumes and shortlist candidates who meet job requirements.
- Conduct initial phone screenings under the supervision of experienced recruiters.
- Schedule interviews and coordinate communications between candidates and hiring managers.
- Manage calendars for hiring teams and candidates to ensure smooth scheduling.
- Maintain prompt and professional communication with candidates throughout the recruitment process.
- Update candidate information accurately in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) or recruitment software.
- Assist with background checks and reference verification processes.
- Support recruitment events and employer branding initiatives.
- Contribute to delivering a positive candidate experience from application to onboarding.

Required Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a focus on Human Resources or a related field such as Business Administration or Human Resource Management.
- Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal, are mandatory.
- Strong organizational abilities and effective time management skills.
- Basic understanding of recruitment processes is advantageous but not required.
- Comfortable using computers and familiar with Google Workspace or Microsoft Office; willingness to learn ATS and other hiring tools.
- Positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and ability to work collaboratively within a team.
- Availability to work the evening shift from 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits:
- Gain practical, hands-on experience managing the end-to-end recruitment process.
- Exposure to technical recruitment practices and strategies.
- Receive training and mentorship from experienced Talent Acquisition professionals.
- Opportunity for career growth with the potential to transition into a full-time Talent Acquisition role based on performance.

Additional Details:
- Work schedule includes Monday to Friday from 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM, with alternate half Saturdays.
- The office is located near Shahrah-e-Faisal, PECHS, Karachi.

This internship is ideal for individuals looking to build a foundation in HR and recruitment, develop key skills such as sourcing, screening, communication, and candidate management, and gain valuable industry exposure in a supportive environment.