Talent Acquisition & Recruitment Summer Intern at aipconnect

<div> <p data-path-to-node="0">At <strong data-path-to-node="0" data-index-in-node="3">AIP Connect</strong>, we don’t believe in "commoditizing" talent. We’re in the business of authentic conversations and human connection. We are looking for a <strong data-path-to-node="0" data-index-in-node="152">Talent Acquisition &amp; Recruitment Intern</strong> for the Summer 2026 season who is eager to go beyond the resume and learn the "refreshingly different" way we match remarkable brands with exceptional people.</p> <p data-path-to-node="1">This isn’t a "coffee-runner" internship. You will be embedded in our daily operations, mastering the tech stack that powers modern recruitment while shadowing the conversations that define executive search.</p> </div> <ul> <li>&nbsp;<strong data-path-to-node="4,0,0" data-index-in-node="0">Term:</strong> Summer 2026 (End of May – End of August)</li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="4,1,0" id="p-rc_01c017f5b6222c70-175"><strong data-path-to-node="4,1,0" data-index-in-node="0">Location:</strong> Toronto, or Ottawa, Ontario</p> </li> </ul> 1. Database & ATS Management (Lever) You will become a Lever power-user. You’ll manage the backbone of our recruitment pipeline by: • Organizing and updating candidate profiles to ensure data integrity. • Moving candidates through the funnel, from New Lead to Hired. • Review applications through the ATS • Manage our passive candidate pools. 2. Strategic Sourcing (LinkedIn & Beyond) Using LinkedIn Recruiter, you will help us find the shining stars. • Drafting personalized outreach messages that reflect AIP’s authentic voice. • Building Talent Pools for key roles we are headhunting for. • Mapping out competitors and industry innovators to identify passive talent. 3. Collaborative Operations (Google Workspace) Our team lives in Google Workspace. You will: • Manage complex interview calendars and coordinate across time zones. • Draft client-facing candidate summaries and presentations using Docs and Slides. • Maintain real-time trackers in Sheets to ensure no candidate falls through the cracks. 4. Due Diligence (References) You will learn the art of the reference check. • Reaching out to industry leaders to verify candidate impact. • Transcribing and synthesizing feedback into professional reports that help our clients make informed decisions. 5. Interview Shadowing This is your classroom. You will join our Senior Recruiters in live interviews to: • Observe high-level behavioral interviewing techniques. • Take detailed notes on candidate "fit" and skill gaps. • Participate in post-interview debriefs to learn how we evaluate culture-add vs. culture-fit. What You Bring to the Team • High EQ: You understand that recruitment is about people, not just keywords. • Tech-Savviness: You’re comfortable navigating new software and keep your digital files organized. • Discretion: You will be handling confidential candidate data; integrity is non-negotiable. • Growth Mindset: You aren't afraid to ask why and are ready to receive (and act on) real-time feedback. AIP Connect believes in equal opportunity. Our recruitment consultants are committed to inclusive recruitment and selection practices and will not discriminate based on age, colour, ability, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Accessibility:  If you need any accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Posted Salary: Actual compensation within this range will be determined based on job-related skills, relevant experience, education, and training. This range reflects base salary only and does not include eligibility for bonus program or other benefits. For the most accurate and up-to-date details on this role, please refer directly to AIP Connect’s careers page, as third-party sites may not reflect current information.