About the role#
This is a 10-week paid internship for Summer 2027. You will learn the core business functions of Aerotek, including recruiting, account management, and field support. The role focuses heavily on sales and requires strong business acumen. You will interact with employees, candidates, contractors, and clients throughout the program. Successful completion may lead to a full-time offer for the Sales Development Representative program.
What you'll do#
- Post job openings using the Connected candidate tracking system.
- Review resumes and identify qualified candidates for interviews.
- Coordinate interview schedules with recruiters.
- Shadow recruiters during calls, interviews, and reference checks.
- Maintain documentation in the Applicant Tracking System.
- Participate in lead generation and cold-calling sessions.
- Attend contractor lunches and networking events.
- Shadow account managers on cold calls, client visits, and the client acquisition process.
- Observe requisition qualifications with account managers.
- Shadow field support during background investigations, drug testing, and unemployment hearings.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a college or university pursuing a BA or BS degree.
- Preference for students transitioning between their junior and senior years.
- Preference for candidates with a sales degree, minor, or certificate.
- Experience in sales and customer service.
- Proficiency with MS Office.
Location & details#
- Location: Louisville, Kentucky.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Status: Full-time.
About Aerotek
Aerotek is a staffing and recruiting firm founded in 1983. Based in Hanover, Maryland, the company operates a network of over 200 offices across North America. It provides workforce solutions for industries including manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, and facilities maintenance. The company is part of the Allegis Group.
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