EMESA Talent Acquisition Sourcing & Intelligence Intern

Boston Consulting Group; Paris; On-site; EUR 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Consulting Group in Paris is seeking a Talent Acquisition Sourcing & Intelligence Intern to support senior hiring priorities through talent mapping, sourcing intelligence, and cross-functional projects. You will work with recruiters and stakeholders across Europe, the Middle East, South America, and Africa, building data-driven sourcing strategies in a fast-paced, global consulting setting.

You will gain hands-on experience in senior talent sourcing, market intelligence, data analysis,

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a business school, university, IEP, or equivalent (Master's level preferred).
• First experience or strong interest in HR, Talent Acquisition, Recruitment, or Sourcing.
• Initial experience with sourcing tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter.
• Comfortable working with data and proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical mindset, curiosity, and structured approach.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, international environment.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Fluency in English (spoken and written) is required; French is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct senior talent mappings (consultants, experts, partners) to support EMESA hiring priorities.
• Support sourcing execution alongside recruiters and sourcers, including talent pool identification, candidate pre-screening, and coordination.
• Contribute to the identification of relevant markets, competitors, and talent segments.
• Support the collection of market intelligence through talent mapping, desk research, and sourcing data analysis.
• Help transform sourcing and recruitment data into actionable insights for stakeholders.
• Ensure accurate updates and data hygiene across sourcing and recruitment databases.
• Analyze and structure sourcing and recruitment data to produce reports, dashboards, and insights.
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations and synthesis decks for internal stakeholders.
• Participate in local and international team meetings and best-practice exchanges across EMESA.
• Contribute to cross-functional projects aimed at improving sourcing processes, tools, and team performance.
• Support initiatives that enhance the visibility and attractiveness of the Talent Acquisition & Sourcing team.
• Progressively build your skills with manager support; may contribute to additional structured projects.

Skills

Fluency in English

Attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Collaborative in international environ

Interest in HR / Sourcing

Education

Master's level preferred

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Who We Are

Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact.

To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures—and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive.

What You'll Do

Please note that this is a 6-month internship.

Join Our Dynamic Team in Paris!

Are you interested in talent acquisition, sourcing, and market intelligence in an international environment? Join BCG's EMESA Talent Acquisition team as a Talent Acquisition Sourcing & Intelligence Intern, where you will support senior hiring priorities through talent mapping, sourcing intelligence, and cross-functional projects.

You will work closely with recruiters, sourcers, and stakeholders across Europe, the Middle East, South America, and Africa (EMESA), contributing to data-driven sourcing strategies and helping strengthen the visibility and performance of the regional Talent Acquisition function.

This role offers hands-on exposure to senior talent sourcing, market intelligence, data analysis, and project work, in a fast-paced and global consulting environment.

Why Join Us?

During this internship, you will develop strong foundations in talent acquisition and sourcing while working on strategic, regional topics.

You will gain exposure to senior-level hiring, talent mapping methodologies, and sourcing intelligence across multiple EMESA markets. You will also contribute to projects aimed at improving sourcing processes, tools, and internal visibility, while learning how data and insights support stakeholder decision-making.

You will collaborate with experienced Talent Acquisition professionals in an international context and build transferable skills at the intersection of recruitment, data, and project management.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Talent Mapping & Sourcing Support:

• Conduct senior talent mappings (consultants, experts, partners) to support EMESA hiring priorities
• Support sourcing execution alongside recruiters and sourcers, including talent pool identification, candidate pre-screening, and coordination
• Contribute to the identification of relevant markets, competitors, and talent segments

Market Intelligence & Insights:

• Support the collection of market intelligence through talent mapping, desk research, and sourcing data analysis
• Help transform sourcing and recruitment data into actionable insights for stakeholders

Data Management & Reporting:

• Ensure accurate updates and data hygiene across sourcing and recruitment databases
• Analyze and structure sourcing and recruitment data to produce reports, dashboards, and insights
• Support fact-based discussions with internal stakeholders

Stakeholder Support & Communication:

• Prepare PowerPoint presentations and synthesis decks for internal stakeholders
• Participate in local and international team meetings and best-practice exchanges across EMESA

Projects & Continuous Improvement:

• Contribute to cross-functional projects aimed at improving sourcing processes, tools, and team performance
• Support initiatives that enhance the visibility and attractiveness of the Talent Acquisition & Sourcing team
• Throughout your internship/apprenticeship, you will be supported by your manager and the team to progressively build your skills. Depending on your engagement and initiative, you may contribute to additional structured projects beyond your core responsibilities.

What You'll Bring

YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS)

Required:

• Currently enrolled in a business school, university, IEP, or equivalent (Master's level preferred)
• First experience or strong interest in HR, Talent Acquisition, Recruitment, or Sourcing
• Initial experience with sourcing tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter
• Comfortable working with data and proficient in Excel and PowerPointStrong analytical mindset, curiosity, and structured approach
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, international environment
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Fluency in English (spoken and written) is required; French is a plus

Who You'll Work With

You will work closely with EMESA Talent Acquisition Managers, Recruiters, and Sourcers, collaborating on senior sourcing priorities and regional projects.

You will also interact with HR and business stakeholders, contributing insights and structured outputs that support both operational and strategic talent acquisition decisions.

Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.

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