Talent Acquisition Intern/Co-op

UNKNOWN; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Toshiba America, Inc. (TAI) offers a Talent Acquisition Co-op position designed for current college students pursuing HR, business, psychology, or related fields. You will gain hands-on experience across recruiting operations, employer branding, and campus outreach.

Work with recruiters and HR teams to support engineering, manufacturing, and corporate functions, while building pipelines, dashboards, and internship programs. This co-op emphasizes learning and professional development.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in accredited college or university.
• Pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Communications, Marketing, Management, or related field.
• Minimum sophomore standing preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist recruiters with job posting creation and management.
• Review resumes and applications to identify potential candidates.
• Conduct initial candidate outreach and scheduling coordination.
• Support interview scheduling and candidate communications.
• Maintain candidate records within the ATS.

Skills

Communication

Verbal communication

Written communication

MS Office

Education

Currently enrolled in an accredited college/university

Pursuing a degree in HR, Business, Psychology, Communications, Marketing, Management

Minimum sophomore standing

Tools

LinkedIn familiarity

Job description

About Toshiba America, Inc. (TAI)

Toshiba America, Inc. (TAI) is the North American holding company for Toshiba's operating businesses in the Americas and is part of the globally recognized Toshiba Group, which has been driving technological innovation for more than 150 years. Founded in 1965, TAI supports a diverse portfolio of businesses serving the energy, infrastructure, industrial, technology, and commercial sectors. Guided by Toshiba's longstanding commitment to innovation and its philosophy, "Committed to People, Committed to the Future," TAI focuses on delivering solutions that help create a safer, more sustainable, and technologically advanced world.

At TAI, employees are part of a collaborative and forward-thinking organization that values integrity, continuous improvement, innovation, and professional development. Through strategic investments in technology, people, and operational excellence, TAI continues to support customers across North America while fostering an environment where employees can build meaningful careers and contribute to impactful projects.

Position Summary

The Talent Acquisition Co-op provides administrative, sourcing, and recruiting support to the Talent Acquisition team while gaining hands‑on experience in corporate recruiting, employer branding, talent pipelines, and HR operations. This position is designed for a current college student interested in Human Resources, Business, Communications, Psychology, or a related field.

The co-op will work directly with recruiters, hiring managers, and HR professionals to support recruiting activities across engineering, manufacturing, operations, corporate services, and other business functions. This role offers exposure to the full recruitment lifecycle and serves as a developmental opportunity for students interested in pursuing a career in Talent Acquisition or Human Resources.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Recruiting Support

• Assist recruiters with job posting creation and management.
• Review resumes and applications to identify potential candidates.
• Conduct initial candidate outreach and scheduling coordination.
• Support interview scheduling and candidate communications.
• Maintain candidate records within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Assist with recruiting correspondence and offer preparation activities.

Sourcing & Talent Pipelines

• Conduct talent searches using LinkedIn and other recruiting platforms.
• Build and maintain candidate pipelines for future openings.
• Research talent markets, universities, and industry competitors.
• Support diversity, military, university, and early-career recruiting initiatives.

University & Campus Recruiting

• Assist with planning and coordinating campus recruiting events.
• Support internship and co-op recruitment efforts.
• Help maintain relationships with universities, student organizations, and career centers.
• Participate in job fairs, career events, and networking activities as available.

Talent Acquisition Operations

• Prepare recruiting reports, dashboards, and hiring metrics.
• Audit candidate and requisition data for accuracy.
• Assist with candidate surveys and hiring manager feedback initiatives.
• Support onboarding and new hire orientation activities.
• Help improve recruiting processes and documentation.

Employer Branding & Communications

• Assist with social media recruiting campaigns.
• Create content highlighting company culture, internships, co-op programs, and career opportunities.
• Support employee branding and talent attraction initiatives.
• Assist with recruiting presentations and marketing materials.

Learning Opportunities

Through this co-op experience, the student will gain exposure to:

• Full-cycle recruiting processes
• Candidate sourcing techniques
• HR compliance and employment practices
• University recruiting programs
• Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
• Recruitment metrics and analytics
• Employer branding strategies
• Corporate onboarding processes
• Professional communication and stakeholder management

Qualifications

Required

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university.
• Pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Communications, Marketing, Management, or a related field.
• Minimum sophomore standing preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Preferred

• Prior internship, campus leadership, customer service, or administrative experience.
• Familiarity with LinkedIn or social media platforms.
• Interest in recruiting, talent acquisition, human resources, or employer branding.
• Experience working on projects independently or within a team environment.

Key Competencies

• Communication
• Customer Service Mindset
• Organization & Planning
• Time Management
• Adaptability
• Initiative
• Professionalism
• Teamwork
• Analytical Thinking
• Confidentiality

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in an office environment.
• Ability to sit, stand, and use a computer for extended periods.
• Occasional travel to university recruiting events may be required.

Why Join Toshiba?

This co-op opportunity provides real-world recruiting experience while allowing students to make meaningful contributions to the organization's talent strategy. Participants will work alongside experienced HR and Talent Acquisition professionals, gain exposure to corporate recruiting operations, and build skills that support future careers in Human Resources and Talent Acquisition.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.