Talent Acquisition Intern

Papigen; Chennai; Remote; INR 100,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Certification opportunity from Papigen

Letter of Recommendation

Job summary

Papigen is offering a paid HR Intern opportunity focused on talent acquisition, onboarding, and general HR operations. This fully remote role supports sourcing, screening, ATS updates, schedule coordination, and administrative tasks, providing hands-on exposure in a corporate HR setting.

Ideal candidates are currently pursuing a bachelor's in HR or an MBA, with strong communication skills and the ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelors degree (HR preferred) or an MBA with an interest in talent acquisition and HR operations.

Responsibilities

• Source and screen candidates using job boards, social media, and other channels to build talent pipelines.
• Draft and post job advertisements on the company career site and specialty sites.
• Maintain applicant tracking system (ATS) records and provide timely candidate updates.
• Schedule interviews and coordinate logistics between candidates and interviewers.
• Support onboarding activities and manage new hire documentation to ensure smooth transitions.
• Assist with timesheet collection/verification and employee file maintenance.
• Perform general administrative tasks and support ad‑hoc HR requests.
• Help assess current HR processes, identify trends, and prepare supplemental analysis and recommendations.

Skills

Sourcing

ATS/HRIS

Onboarding

Scheduling

Timesheets

HR operations

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in progress (HR preferred) or MBA

Tools

MS Office

Google Workspace

ATS usage

Job description

About Company

Papigen is a fast-growing global technology services company, delivering innovative digital solutions through deep industry experience and cutting‑edge expertise. We specialize in technology transformation, enterprise modernization, and dynamic areas like Cloud, Big Data, Java, React, DevOps, and more. Our client‑centric approach combines consulting, engineering, and data science to help businesses evolve and scale efficiently.

HR Intern Profile Description

We are seeking a proactive Talent Acquisition Intern to support the HR team across recruiting, onboarding, and general HR operations. This role offers hands‑on experience in candidate sourcing, screening, interview coordination, ATS/HRIS updates, timesheet management, and HR administration within a corporate environment.

What You’ll Gain

• Practical exposure to full‑cycle recruitment and onboarding.
• Experience using ATS/HRIS and scheduling tools.
• Opportunities to contribute to process improvements and HR projects.
• Mentorship and professional development in HR operations.

Internship Details

• Duration: 3 months (12 weeks), with the possibility to extend up to 6 months based on performance and business needs.
• Compensation: Paid internship depending on candidate experience and location. Stipend is paid monthly and will be prorated for partial months. Eligible interns may also receive reimbursement for pre‑approved work‑related expenses (e.g., internet/communication). Exact stipend and any additional allowances will be confirmed in the offer letter.
• Location: Fully remote. Candidates must have reliable internet access and be able to attend meetings during agreed core hours.
• Eligibility: Currently enrolled in a bachelors program (HR preferred) or an MBA, or recent graduates within the last 6 months. Candidates should be able to receive academic credit if required by their institution. Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently in a remote environment are required.
• Start date & availability: Flexible start date. Please indicate your earliest available start date and weekly availability in your application.

Responsibilities

Recruitment

• Source and screen candidates using job boards, social media, and other channels to build talent pipelines.
• Draft and post job advertisements on the company career site and specialty sites.
• Maintain applicant tracking system (ATS) records and provide timely candidate updates.
• Schedule interviews and coordinate logistics between candidates and interviewers.

Onboarding & HR Operations

• Support onboarding activities and manage new hire documentation to ensure smooth transitions.
• Assist with timesheet collection/verification and employee file maintenance.
• Perform general administrative tasks and support ad‑hoc HR requests.

Reporting & Improvement

• Help assess current HR processes, identify trends, and prepare supplemental analysis and recommendations.
• Contribute to special projects focused on talent acquisition, retention, and process optimization.

Requirements

Education

• Currently pursuing a bachelors degree (HR preferred) or an MBA with an interest in talent acquisition and HR operations.

Preferred Experience & Skills

• Familiarity or interest in applicant tracking systems (ATS) and HRIS platforms.
• Experience or willingness to learn candidate sourcing techniques, onboarding, scheduling coordination, and timesheet management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact professionally with candidates and stakeholders.
• High attention to detail, ability to follow documented procedures, and maintain confidentiality.
• Good organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Tools

• Proficiency with MS Office or Google Workspace and comfort using online recruiting and scheduling tools.

Perks

• Fully remote work.
• Opportunities to learn and grow within a fast‑moving team.
• Your work will gain visibility with large audiences.
• Certification opportunity from Papigen.
• Letter of Recommendation upon successful completion.

Note

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