Talent Acquisition Intern

About the Role

In this role, you will be working closely with the recruiting team to identify top talent for various positions within the company. Your day-to-day activities will include utilizing professional databases and digital tools to source candidates, screening resumes, and conducting initial phone screenings. You will also be involved in organizing and scheduling introductory interviews and participating in first-level video and telephone interviews.

Teya is one of the fastest-growing fintech companies in Europe, empowering thousands of local businesses every day. The company's mission is built around giving merchants the tools and support they need to compete with larger players, and its culture is defined by a set of core values that prioritize serving small, local businesses, building for the future, simplicity, a winning mindset, and collaboration.

What You Will Do

• Support candidate sourcing and identification activities through professional databases and digital tools.
• Use LinkedIn Talent Solutions for sourcing and scouting professional profiles.
• Screen incoming resumes against the requirements of open positions.
• Review applications and assess the alignment between candidates' skills, experience, and job requirements.
• Conduct phone screenings to gather preliminary candidate information.
• Organize and schedule introductory interviews.
• Participate in first-level video and telephone interviews.
• Prepare interview reports and feedback summaries.
• Update and monitor the candidate database and recruitment pipelines.
• Conduct market research to identify target companies and talent pools.
• Analyze employment trends and key competitors for specific professional roles.
• Map professional profiles and relevant labor markets.
• Support compensation benchmarking and talent availability analyses.
• Prepare concise reports to support recruiting activities.

What We Are Looking For

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in using digital tools and databases for candidate sourcing.
• Knowledge of recruiting principles and practices.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Familiarity with Adjust and Excel.
• Basic understanding of the recruitment process and talent acquisition principles.

Nice to Have

• Previous experience in a recruitment or talent acquisition role.
• Familiarity with fintech industry trends and challenges.
• Knowledge of market research methodologies.
• Experience with LinkedIn Talent Solutions or similar tools.
• Basic understanding of employment laws and regulations.

Benefits and Perks

• Internship stipend: €500 net per month.
• Hybrid work setup in Milan.
• Opportunity to work in an international environment with a rapidly expanding European fintech scale-up.
• Real-world experience in building sales processes and growing a modern go-to-market strategy.
• A team that supports, guides, and promotes collaboration.
• Role that allows you to develop highly in-demand skills across talent acquisition and recruiting.
• Access to training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career growth.
• The chance to be part of a company that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

• Ensure you have a strong understanding of digital recruiting tools and databases, and be prepared to discuss your experience with these tools during the interview.
• Highlight your ability to work in a fast-paced environment and your strong communication skills, as these are crucial for success in this role.
• Be prepared to provide examples of times when you had to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information, demonstrating your professionalism and discretion.
• Show a genuine interest in the fintech industry and Teya's mission, and be prepared to discuss how your skills and experience align with the company's goals.
• Practice your analytical and problem-solving skills, as these will be essential in conducting market research, analyzing employment trends, and mapping professional profiles.
• Be prepared to discuss your experience with tools like Adjust and Excel, and how you can apply these skills in a talent acquisition context.
• Consider creating a portfolio or a document that showcases your recruitment experience, market research skills, and any relevant projects you've worked on, to share with the interviewer.