People Operations Support Assistant (Internship: May - August)

Are you ready to kickstart your career with a dynamic internship experience? RP Professional Services, LLC (RP) is on the lookout for talented individuals to join our team for the 2024 Summer Semester. As a rapidly growing government consulting firm based in Ashburn, Virginia, RP specializes in empowering U.S. Federal agencies to achieve their missions through top-notch mission support and cutting-edge technology integration.

About RP: At RP, we're not just a company – we're a family. As an 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), RP values excellence, integrity, and adaptability. We believe in nurturing the potential of each team member, recognizing that they are the driving force behind our success. Join us, and be part of an organization that's dedicated to both our employees and clients.

Position Overview: The People Operations Support Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting RP's People Operations Organization, which comprises two teams: Human Resources and Talent Acquisition. This full-time, remote internship opportunity offers hands-on experience in various aspects of talent acquisition and human resources.

Responsibilities:

1. Talent Acquisition Support:

• Assist the Talent Acquisition team in conducting intake calls with hiring managers to evaluate position criteria, determine candidate requirements, and explore sourcing options.
• Contribute to the development, execution, and monitoring of candidate search campaigns using internet search engines and innovative tools to attract high-quality candidates.
• Assist in implementing creative search techniques and proactive outreach strategies to build a robust candidate pipeline for open positions.
• Utilize a variety of sourcing tools and techniques, including online social networking, Boolean searches, referrals, and traditional networking, to identify potential candidates.
• Conduct phone screenings to assess candidate qualifications and fit for open positions.
• Schedule interviews and coordinate communication between candidates and hiring teams.
• Provide regular reporting to management on recruiting metrics and issues.

2. Human Resources Support

• Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes for new hires and departing employees.
• Support HR team in maintaining employee records and documentation.
• Assist with employee communications and inquiries, providing timely and accurate responses.
• Contribute to HR projects and initiatives, such as employee engagement surveys and diversity and inclusion programs.
• Assist with HR administrative tasks, including scheduling meetings, coordinating training sessions, and updating HR policies and procedures.

3. Administrative and Operational Support

• Assist with general administrative tasks, including organizing candidate information, maintaining applicant tracking system (ATS) records, and ensuring data accuracy.
• Support the coordination of recruitment events and assist with logistics and communication efforts.
• Provide administrative support to the Human Resources team, including assistance with corporate reporting and data analysis.
• Assist in preparing and distributing corporate reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Eligible to work for any US employer without requiring sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience or coursework in human resources or talent acquisition.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems and recruiting tools.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and thrive in a remote work environment.

RP Professional Services, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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