Campus Recruiting Intern: University Talent Acquisition

Rakuten International; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Rakuten International, a division of Rakuten Group, Inc., is seeking a motivated University Recruiting Intern to join the team in San Mateo, CA. The role starts January 2027 and is part-time (min 25 hours/week), offering hands-on experience in campus recruiting and TA operations.

Responsibilities include supporting campus events, managing candidate communications, and helping prepare for the summer internship program while contributing to data tracking and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Previous experience in Human Resources or recruiting operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support campus recruiting season, including virtual and in-person campus events (information sessions, career fairs, etc.), engaging with students and promoting Rakuten's brand and opportunities.
• Manage communications to potential candidates via recruiting listserv, intern alumni newsletter, and university recruiting email address.
• Manage university recruiting brand merch, ensuring event supplies are organized and ready for use.
• Coordinate shipping and receiving of event supplies to campus locations.
• Assist with posting job roles on Handshake and other relevant job boards.
• Help prepare for the summer internship program, including onboarding materials, candidate communications, and intern event coordination.
• Support TA Ops projects, including process improvements, data tracking, reporting, and documentation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Teamwork

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's candidate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Rakuten International, a division of Rakuten Group, Inc., is seeking a motivated University Recruiting Intern to join the team in San Mateo, CA. The role starts January 2027 and is part-time (min 25 hours/week), offering hands-on experience in campus recruiting and TA operations.

Responsibilities include supporting campus events, managing candidate communications, and helping prepare for the summer internship program while contributing to data tracking and process improvements.