TA/Data Intern

KongKong·Remote(United States)
Other
ExcelGoogle Sheets

WFA Digital Insight

The demand for data-savvy professionals in talent acquisition has surged, with companies like Kong leading the charge. As the remote job market continues to evolve, skills in Excel, Google Sheets, and data analysis are in high demand. With the global recruitment market expected to grow by 15% annually, professionals with a keen eye for data insights are crucial. Kong's commitment to innovation and AI connectivity makes this role particularly interesting, offering a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies. Before applying, candidates should be prepared to showcase their analytical skills and passion for driving business growth.

Job Description

About the Role

The TA/Data Intern role at Kong is a 12-week internship that offers a unique opportunity to work with the Talent Strategy team, building the data and operational backbone that keeps hiring sharp, informed, and ahead of the business. As a key member of the team, you will own the reporting workflows that TA leadership relies on, creating cleaner pipelines between systems, improving dashboards, and presenting a proposal to automate manual processes.

The role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about data analysis, have a solid foundation in Excel or Google Sheets, and are curious about how data flows between systems. You will be working closely with the Head of Talent Strategy and will have direct mentorship and regular 1:1s.

What You Will Do

  • Create, improve, and validate hiring-related dashboards in Visier and Ashby, our recruiting system
  • Build ad hoc spreadsheets and dashboards for tracking metrics related to hiring pipeline, headcount, and time-to-fill across regions
  • Investigate data discrepancies between systems and document root causes with a clear audit trail
  • Pull and format weekly data snapshots for TA leadership reviews, QCRs, and executive business updates
  • Build reusable Google Slides templates that populate from live dashboard data
  • Support ad hoc reporting requests from TA leaders and HR business partners with clean, clearly sourced outputs
  • Identify opportunities to use AI tools such as Gemini and Claude to automate and visualize data dashboards
  • Maintain the agency and search firm spend tracker for FY27
  • Cross-reference recruiter notes, hire records, and finance data to validate fee attribution and surface anomalies
  • Identify one recurring manual workflow and design a working prototype or implementation plan to automate or significantly streamline it

What We Are Looking For

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Business Analytics, Information Systems, Statistics, HR, or a related field
  • Solid Google Sheets or Excel skills — pivot tables, formulas, and data cleaning are part of your toolkit
  • Curious about how data flows between systems and why things break at the handoff
  • Organized enough to run multiple recurring workflows without letting one slip
  • Clear written communicator — you can explain a data discrepancy to someone who didn't ask for a deep-dive
  • Comfortable working asynchronously with a distributed, global team
  • Exposure to HR or ATS systems (Ashby, Greenhouse, Workday) is a plus, not a prerequisite

Nice to Have

  • Experience with Google Apps Script, Python, or lightweight automation tools
  • Familiarity with AI tools such as Gemini and Claude
  • Knowledge of data visualization best practices

Benefits and Perks

  • Competitive hourly compensation
  • Direct mentorship from the Head of Talent Strategy with regular 1:1s and honest feedback
  • A defined capstone project with a real presentation to TA leadership, ready to talk about in your next interview
  • Meaningful work from week one — the dashboards and reports you build go directly into leadership meetings
  • Opportunity to work with a global, high-growth tech company and gain experience in people operations and talent strategy
  • Remote work setup with flexible working hours

How to Stand Out

  • Be prepared to showcase your Excel or Google Sheets skills, including pivot tables, formulas, and data cleaning.
  • Highlight any experience you have with HR or ATS systems, even if it's not a direct requirement.
  • Practice explaining complex data insights in simple terms, as clear communication is key in this role.
  • Be ready to discuss your experience working with distributed teams and how you handle asynchronous work.
  • Consider creating a portfolio that demonstrates your data analysis and visualization skills.
  • Research Kong's products and services to understand how the company is driving innovation in AI connectivity.

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