About the role#
The Oklahoma City Thunder is seeking a student to join the People & Culture team for the Spring 2027 term. This internship provides hands-on experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, and employee experience. You will contribute to initiatives that support an efficient hiring process while gaining exposure to professional development workshops and networking opportunities. This is a paid, in-person position based at our corporate office in downtown Oklahoma City.
What you'll do#
- Create, update, and post job opportunities across job boards and internal systems.
- Monitor the employment inbox and respond to candidate questions.
- Review Harver video interviews and coordinate interview scheduling.
- Initiate reference checks through Crosschq.
- Use Canva to create recruiting flyers, guides, and other materials.
- Collaborate with departments to support the hiring process, including participating in meetings with hiring managers.
- Attend weekly department meetings and contribute to committee planning.
- Participate in cross-departmental shadowing within the People & Culture team.
- Assist with planning and executing employee events, including setup and teardown.
- Represent the organization at career fairs and community events, such as the Rolling Thunder Book Bus or Thunder Fellows.
- Perform administrative tasks as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited college or university with eligibility to receive course credit.
- Pursuit of a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Proactive communication regarding your schedule.
- A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of vehicle insurance.
Location & details#
- Location: Oklahoma City, OK.
- Term: Spring 2027 (January through May).
- Commitment: 16 to 20 hours per week.
- Modality: On-site at the corporate office.
- Perks: Paid downtown parking and tickets to a Thunder home game.
About Oklahoma City Thunder
The Oklahoma City Thunder is an NBA franchise based in Oklahoma City. Founded in 2008, the organization operates out of the Paycom Center. It focuses on professional basketball and community outreach programs across the state. The team employs between 51 and 200 people.
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