Recruiting Intern

Geospatial And Cloud Analytics Inc; Stafford (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off including federal holidays

Competitive compensation

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

401k savings and company match

Employee referral program

Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vis

401k with company match

Employee referral program

Job summary

A government contracting firm is seeking a Recruiting Intern to manage day-to-day recruiting activities. The successful candidate will handle sourcing, screening, and coordinating interviews while ensuring a positive candidate experience. Ideal for those pursuing a degree in Human Resources or a related field, this role promises exposure to talent acquisition with opportunities for career growth. Applicants should possess strong communication and organizational skills, and be capable of independent work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Candidates should be pursuing a bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Strong interest in recruiting and human resources is essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines
• Professional demeanor and ability to handle confidential information
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace; familiarity with ATS platforms is a plus
• Proven experience as a Help Desk Analyst or Customer Service Support

Responsibilities

• Manage candidate sourcing, screening, and outreach for open positions.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews with candidates and hiring managers.
• Maintain accurate candidate information in the applicant tracking system.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date candidate information in the ATS
• Create, post, and manage job requisitions across job boards and social platforms
• Communicate directly with candidates throughout the full recruiting lifecycle
• Support recruiting events, career fairs, and employer branding initiatives as needed
• Document recruiting activities and follow established processes and procedures
• Ensure a professional and positive candidate experience at all stages of the hiring process

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Independence in managing priorities

Professional demeanor

Confidential information handling

Education

Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, Communications, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

ATS platforms

Job description

Geospatial and Cloud Analytics (GCA) is looking for a Recruiting Intern who will be responsible for managing day-to-day recruiting activities and supporting hiring efforts across the organization. This role will own core recruiting functions, including sourcing, screening, coordinating interviews, and maintaining candidate records, while ensuring a professional and positive candidate experience.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, self‑motivated, and capable of independently managing recruiting responsibilities in a fast‑paced government contracting environment.

This position offers excellent exposure to talent acquisition and human resources, with opportunities to grow into future recruiting or HR roles.

Responsibilities

• Manage candidate sourcing, screening, and outreach for open positions
• Review resumes and identify qualified candidates based on job requirements
• Coordinate and schedule interviews with candidates and hiring managers
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date candidate information in the applicant tracking system (ATS)
• Create, post, and manage job requisitions across job boards and social platforms
• Communicate directly with candidates throughout the full recruiting lifecycle
• Support recruiting events, career fairs, and employer branding initiatives as needed
• Document recruiting activities and follow established processes and procedures
• Ensure a professional and positive candidate experience at all stages of the hiring process

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, Communications, or a related field
• Strong interest in recruiting, talent acquisition, or human resources
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines
• Professional demeanor and ability to handle confidential information
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace; familiarity with ATS platforms is a plus
• Proven experience as a Help Desk Analyst or Customer Service Support

GCA is a Small Disadvantaged Veteran Owned company supporting several government contracts. GCA is pleased to offer a competitive benefits package to all full‑time employees. Below is a brief overview of our benefits package.

Competitive Compensation Paid Time off includes 10 federal holidays and 15 additional days Bereavement Leave Parental Leave Company Paid STD and LTD Life and AD&D Insurance Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage 401k Savings and company match Employee referral program

If you are a motivated, self‑driven individual with a strong interest in recruiting and human resources, we want to hear from you! Join GCA as a Recruiting Intern and play a key role in supporting our hiring needs while gaining valuable, hands‑on experience. Apply now to take the next step in your professional career!