Human Resources, Talent Acquisition Intern

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Position Summary:
The Human Resources and Talent Acquisition Intern will provide critical support to ESF's Talent Operations Team. The role encompasses responsibilities across recruiting, hiring, onboarding, background checks, and compliance for prospective and new employees.

Location:

• ESF Headquarters, Bryn Mawr, PA
• Primarily in-person, with occasional hybrid work possible

Hours & Compensation:

• Paid internship for 5-6 months

• Start: January or February, end: July or August

• Weekly Hours (estimated):
  • 1st month: 20-30 hours per week.
  • Middle 4 months: 30-40 hours per week.
  • Final month: 20-30 hours per week.
  • There may be opportunities for additional hours or extended employment based on staffing needs.
• Typical schedule: 20-40 hours/week over 3-5 weekdays, with occasional evening and weekend events

Responsibilities:

• Promote ESF Summer Camps, Pro Team Sports Camps, and BOLD pre-college programs to prospective and returning candidates through phone, email, and in-person outreach.

• Assist with sourcing and recruiting efforts to expand the candidate pool for roles such as counselors, coaches, aquatics staff, teachers, and medical staff.

• Serve as a resource for prospective candidates, providing information and promoting ESF's team member value proposition.

• Support the onboarding process for new and returning team members.

• Participate in sourcing campaigns at schools, colleges/universities, and other organizations.

• Assist with hiring and onboarding tasks, including background checks, I-9 forms, health forms, clearances, and other compliance documentation.

• Prepare for and attend career fairs, training sessions, and related events.

• Follow up with prospective candidates, helping them complete applications and schedule interviews.

• Conduct research and provide administrative support for the Talent Operations team.

• Participate in weekly team meetings to share best practices and identify areas for improvement.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must be an undergraduate student at a minimum.

• Preferred experience in sourcing or recruiting.

• Customer service or sales experience in a high-volume phone/email environment will be considered.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Excellent time management, organizational, and multitasking abilities

• Able to work independently and problem-solve in an office setting.

• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments.

• Adaptability in handling unpredictable situations

• Attention to detail and strong follow-through.

• Flexibility, reliability, and a proactive approach to tasks

• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems or similar databases is preferred.

• Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel, are a plus.

Reporting Relationship:

• Reports to the Recruiting and Talent Acquisition Directors

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Majority of the time will be spent working on a computer and communicating with candidates and employees.

• Some local travel, with occasional longer-distance travel to events and ESF camp locations

Organization Overview:

ESF Camps & Experiences has been a vital influence in the camping industry since its evolution in 1982. ESF (Education, Sports, and Fun) features award-winning camp programs in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Maryland, Delaware, and Florida for people of all ages. ESF is considered one of the country’s leading camping companies and people developers.

ESF has benchmarked with blue-chip companies and organizations which include Disney, GE, Cirque du Soleil, Four Seasons, The US Marine Corps and IDEO. ESF operates an impressive portfolio of 40 nationally recognized Day Camps in multiple states (www.esfcamps.com), baseball camps with the Philadelphia Phillies (www.philliesacademy.com) in 4 states, basketball camps in 5 states with the Philadelphia 76ers (www.jr76erscamps.com) along with the Brooklyn Nets (www.netsacademy.com). ESF has launched new programs this year, including BOLD Summers (www.boldsummers.com), our pre-college academic program.

We also have a non-profit foundation which focuses on after-school mentoring and summer camps for underserved youth in 2 states (www.esfdreamcamp.org), and a non-profit foundation which provides a unique acting program to children and adults with physical disabilities (www.actingwithoutboundaries.org).

To Apply Please Contact: 

Roxy DeSandies Associate Director, Talent Acquisition

750 E. Haverford Road, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 

Office: (610) 581-0555  

Cell: (610) 633-9029

Email: rdesandies@esfcamps.com   

Or apply online at: www.esfjobs.com

ESF, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All candidates who meet the qualifications are encouraged to apply!

Location: Bryn Mawr, PA, US

Posted Date: 11/1/2024