Talent Acquisition Intern

About Foundant

Foundant is a company dedicated to empowering mission-driven organizations through robust software solutions for data, workflows, and impact management. Their offerings cater to a variety of sectors including nonprofits, charitable organizations, corporations, and governments. The company is committed to innovation, flexibility, and enhancing impact management to help organizations meet their objectives effectively.

Work Environment

• Foundant operates as a remote-first company, providing employees with flexible work options supported by technology.
• The company has office hubs in Bozeman, Montana; Toronto, Canada; and Dublin, Ireland, which connect a global team focused on collaboration and meaningful impact.

Role Responsibilities

• Conducting screening calls to evaluate candidates' qualifications, motivation, and alignment with job requirements.
• Scheduling interviews and coordinating with hiring managers and team members for panel setup.
• Participating in hiring manager calls to understand and clarify job openings.
• Helping maintain and format job description templates and recruiting documents.
• Assisting with sourcing and screening resumes to identify suitable candidates for interviews.
• Keeping and updating candidate pipelines and recruiting metrics using spreadsheets, identifying trends as necessary.
• Supporting administrative tasks within the Talent Acquisition team, including drafting professional communications to candidates.
• Maintaining ongoing communication with candidates throughout the hiring process to ensure a positive experience, managing difficult conversations with sensitivity.
• Performing additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a post-secondary degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• Strong ability to manage time effectively when handling multiple candidate interactions and deadlines.
• Excellent verbal communication skills for frequent phone and video calls with candidates and hiring managers.
• Highly developed written communication abilities for candidate correspondence and internal documentation.
• Comfortable using spreadsheets (Excel or Google Sheets) to manage candidate data and recruitment metrics.
• Keen interest in pursuing a career in recruiting, talent acquisition, or Human Resources.
• Capable of working independently on a part-time basis (~25 hours per week) with remote coordination.
• Must have legal eligibility to work in Canada or the United States.

Team Work and Culture

• Committed to respectful and empathetic candidate interactions to ensure a positive recruitment experience.
• Collaborates productively with Talent Acquisition leadership and hiring managers to keep recruitment processes organized.
• Quick learner who actively seeks feedback and grows recruiting and HR skills even within a part-time role.
• Adaptable and able to manage a full schedule of recruitment tasks, adjusting priorities as needed.

Employee Benefits & Culture

• Contributing to projects that support nonprofits, community foundations, and corporations with tangible positive impact.
• Competitive compensation with benefits including tuition and lifestyle reimbursements, plus mindfulness and fitness programs.
• Flexible Paid Time Off policy allowing employees to balance personal wellness with professional responsibilities.
• Opportunities for professional growth and cross-team collaboration after company merger, exposing employees to varied ideas and projects.
• Internal mobility to explore new roles, leadership paths, or departmental changes for career advancement.
• Work autonomy fostering creativity, innovation, and independent decision-making.
• Culture that values and publicly recognizes employee achievements.

Diversity and Inclusion

Foundant is dedicated to fostering a diverse workforce representative of the communities it serves. The company encourages applicants from all qualified backgrounds and ensures nondiscriminatory hiring practices. Accessibility accommodations are available during hiring and employment processes upon request.