Talent Acquisition Intern
KCF Technologies is on a mission to transform American Industry, solving problems that no one else will within the IIoT world. Our team develops technology and services that empower industrial businesses to improve performance and safety, reduce downtime, and optimize operations. Our wireless sensors and SMARTdiagnostics software offer real-time, continuous monitoring to give machines a voice, and our services team partners with customers to elevate workers. Employing smarts, grit, drive, autonomy, and responsibility at every step, we are committed to continuous innovation to bring the latest technologies to life to make the things we work and live with smarter! Learn more at www.kcftech.com
At KCF Technologies, we value autonomy, working smart, and doing things a little bit differently. Curious about what working at KCF is really like? Explore Life at KCF here! If you’re an A-player who wants to be part of one of the most important companies revitalizing machine health across the world, KCF is the place for you. If our values resonate with you, please keep reading!
Core Values:
Smarts: We are humbly aggressive lifelong learners.
Grit: We are scrappy, proactive problem solvers who don’t stop until the job is done.
Drive: We demonstrate an insatiable hunger to serve others.
Responsibility: We do the right thing and contribute to the greater good.
Autonomy: We own our work and define how we do it, while aligned with the greater mission.
Where You Come In:
KCF Technologies is seeking participants in many areas of study to contribute to our high-performing teams as part of the Future Innovators Internship Program . This 10-week, full-time paid program June 5 – August 11 will take place at our KCF Headquarters in-person, or remotely, depending on where home is for you and what your position is. With our work from home, work from anywhere policy, the choice of where to work is yours for most of our roles!
Our home base is our headquarters in State College, PA, but you will find KCF Teammates spread across 26 different U.S. States with our flexible remote model. We give you the autonomy to define how and where you do your best work!
What to Expect:
- A rewarding, challenging, and unparalleled 10-week summer internship experience
- Professional & technical developmental learning opportunities
- A full week at HQ filled with in-person onboarding, networking, team meetings and team building activities
- 1:1 Mentorship from an experienced KCF Ambassador
- Completion of a real-world capstone project, presented to executive leadership at KCF
- Gain confidence in marketing yourself and your work
- Broaden your network of like-minded, driven individuals & sharpen your skillset alongside innovative leaders in your field
Application & Timeline:
- Resume required
- Formal letter of intent (optional)
- We will be evaluating applications from mid-September through early-November.
Essential Functions:
- Act as full cycle recruiter for assigned positions. This requires working with the hiring manager to understand the needs of the position, posting jobs, screening applicants, presenting potential candidates to the hiring managers, as well as coordinating and scheduling multi-stage interviews
- Generate job postings and any materials necessary to share positions with the marketplace/jobseekers. This includes any methods indicated: KCF and other websites, job boards, staffing agencies, schools and universities, etc.
- Fill KCF’s talent funnel with top talent by sourcing via social media and other platforms for qualified candidates; bring creative new sourcing ideas or avenues to fuel candidate pipeline for competitive positions
- Act as the liaison to applicants for assigned positions throughout the recruitment and selection process, representing the culture and values of the organization and answering any questions
- Work with the Talent Acquisition team to ensure offers of employment and any background checks are timely, accurate and executed properly
- Maintain details of computer or other systems used to manage the Talent Acquisition function including but not limited to ATS, HRIS, AAP, EEO reporting, assessments and background checking.
- Track data and information necessary through reporting to support Talent Acquisition goals
- Communicate to all applicants not selected for positions as necessary. Disposition candidates in systems as appropriate; close positions once filled
- Maintain the employee referral program or other internal programs that generate interest in KCF as an employer
- Responsible for developing systems and mechanisms to complete the company’s EEO and Affirmative Action reporting requirements; acts as the EEO and AA “officer” for the company
- Ensure compliance with federal/state laws and regulations in all recruitment and selection activities
- Participate in the learning and development rotational opportunities on the Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, and Employee Experience Teams
Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in a HR, Employee Relations, Business, Communications, Engineering, or other related degree program as at least a 2nd year student
- Proficient with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word, PPT, and Outlook
- Excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills, both verbal & written
- Recruiting experience in a fast-paced environment a plus
- Direct experience using an ATS (Applicant Tracking System), Greenhouse highly preferred
- Experience using social media recruiting methods, including LinkedIn Recruiter
- Proficient in use of social media platforms
- Experience collaborating cross-functionally across a variety of teams
- Keen attention to detail
- Knowledge of Affirmative Action and EEO requirements a plus
- Ability to start an assignment or project from scratch and drive to completion
- Highly motivated, self-starting, and independent thinking habits in a team environment
- Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive information
Perks & Benefits:
At KCF, we are committed to providing best-in-class benefits, engaging development opportunities, and powerful perks that are focused on bringing out the best in you.
Full-time benefits are as follows:
- 100% company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision premiums
- Health Savings Account with generous employer contributions
- Hybrid work model for most positions, “work from home, work from anywhere”
- Competitive compensation & bonus opportunities
- Four weeks PTO; Paid Holidays + "Flex" Holiday
- 401(K) with company match
- Wellness Perk- including annual reimbursement program
- Monthly cell and office expense stipend
- Learning Culture committed to growth and continuous development
At KCF Technologies, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. The only things we require for employment, compensation, advancement and benefits are performance and a good team attitude. No one will be denied opportunities or benefits, and no employment decisions will be made, on the basis of race, religion/creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions, protected veteran status, medical condition, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, possession of a general education development certificate (“GED”) as compared to a high school diploma, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal or state laws. KCF complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which KCF has facilities.