Intern, Talent Acquisition - Engineering & Defense (Winter 2027)

Bombardier Inc.; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 25,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

12-month internship

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Bombardier is offering a 12-month internship in Talent Acquisition. The role combines recruitment activities with hands-on project work in a hybrid Canada-based environment.

The base pay ranges from CAD 17.95 to CAD 31.00 per hour, with travel occasionally outside Canada for training. Interns will participate in sourcing passive candidates, screening, interviews, and onboarding, while using SAP, SuccessFactors, LinkedIn Recruiter and other job boards.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a university program studying Human Resources, Management, or Business.
• Bilingualism is preferred (English and French).
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
• Must maintain confidentiality and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work 32 to 40 hours per week.
• Open to students, not new graduates.

Responsibilities

• Needs Analysis: join discussions with recruiters and hiring managers to understand hiring needs.
• Resume screening: review resumes and shortlist qualified candidates.
• Phone screening: conduct phone interviews with internal and external applicants.
• Interview coordination: schedule interviews (in-person and virtual).
• Background checks: initiate backcheck paperwork for candidates.
• Onboarding follow-up: ensure new hire paperwork is completed.
• Use external sourcing sites (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter) to identify passive candidates.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Bilingual English/French

Recruitment knowledge

Education

University program in HR/Management/Business

Tools

SAP

SuccessFactors

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS

Job description

Innovation is in our DNA… is it in yours?

Bombardier is a global leader in aviation, creating innovative and game-changing planes. Our products and services provide world-class experiences that set new standards in passenger comfort, energy efficiency, reliability and safety. We are a global organization focused on working together with a team spirit.

Your boarding pass will include…

Several conferences, including

• Meet An Executive
• Meet a Specialist
• Meet a Pilot
• Women Taking Flight

Learning more about Bombardier, including

• Aircraft 101 conference
• Bombardier Products conference
• Visits of the Bombardier sites
• Bombardier Academy of Learning

Many social/networking opportunities, including

• Interns’ committee
• Volunteering
• Internal Case Competition
• 5 à 7, Potluck, and much more!

What are your contributions to the team?

During your internship, you will contribute to

Assist in Bombardier’s recruitment process

• Needs Analysis: Join discussions with Recruiters and Hiring Managers to understand hiring needs.
• Resume Screening: Review resumes and shortlist qualified candidates.
• Phone Screening: Conduct phone interviews with internal and external applicants.
• Interview Coordination: Schedule and organize interviews for internal and external candidates (both in-person and virtual).
• Background Checks: Launch backcheck paperwork for internal and external candidates.
• Onboarding Follow-up: Follow up with candidates to complete new hire paperwork.
• Send first-day reporting instructions to selected candidatesUse external sourcing sites, such LinkedIn Recruiter, to identify and attract passive candidates from different regions.

Maintain ongoing contact with potential candidates and provide follow-up regarding the recruitment process.

Continuously update our ATS - applicant tracking system (SuccessFactors) with comments and steps.

Use SAP and B-Talent (SuccessFactors) to look up employee files for HR verification details etc.

Participate and discuss in weekly governance meetings with HRBP’s and Hiring Managers (on talent pipeline and status of recruitment process).

Ensure that selected candidates complete the onboarding process in a timely manner, including contacting them after accepting the offer for paperwork.

Collect external talent data/intelligence for various business units and share useful insights.

Prepare various reports, charts, and correspondence using Microsoft Office tools.

Participate in Bombardier's recruitment events, whether on-site, off-site, or virtual.

Support the Talent Acquisition team with various administrative tasks and projects as needed.

How to thrive in this role?

During your internship, you will learn

To use recruitment applications and software, such SAP, SuccessFactors, LinkedIn Recruiter and a variety of Job Boards (Indeed , JS Firm etc.).
To develop skills in project management, communication, and interpersonal relations.
To participate in developing recruitment strategies and managing relationships with candidates.
To participate in recruitment events, both on-site and online.

What we are looking for

You are currently enrolled in a university program studying in Human Resources, Management, or Business.

You have excellent oral and written communication skills, Bilingualism is preferred (English and French).

You have good knowledge in Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.

You are a self-motivated team player with a positive outlook, flexible and an approachable demeanor.

You are able to maintain strict confidentiality when required.

You can work 32 to 40 hours per week.

You can respect timelines and can manage multiple projects, while remaining calm in a fast-paced environment.You are eager to learn and develop professionally.

Boarding Information

• Location: Global 7500/8000
• Duration: 12 months
• Flexible workplace-Hybrid

It is important to note that our internship opportunities are open to students only, not new graduates. The base salary for this position is expected to range from CAD $17.95 to CAD $31.00 per hour. The applicable base salary will be determined based on various criteria, at Bombardier’s sole discretion, such as the candidate’s skills, experience and qualifications. All our interns may be required to occasionally travel outside of Canada for training/work purpose.