OKayfwe) Intern, Talent Acquisition at Port Authority of NY & NJ

The Talent Acquisition team, as a part of Human Resources, is seeking an intern to support recruiting operations and help deliver an exceptional candidate and new-hire experience. This role is a hands‑on opportunity to learn how a recruiting function runs day‑to‑day while supporting interviews, onboarding, and core Talent Acquisition activities. You will work closely with recruiters, candidates, hiring managers, and Talent Acquisition leaders to ensure smooth, timely processes.

• Schedule interviews between candidates and hiring managers, ensuring all parties have the information they need
• Maintain accurate candidate records in the ATS (Jobvite) and support updates to templates and documentation
• Coordinate background checks, track progress, and collect required documents
• Organize, prepare, and help lead New Hire Orientation sessions
• Support new hire processing, including I-9 verification and pre‑boarding tasks
• Assist recruiters with job postings, candidate communication, and general coordination
• Provide reporting or administrative support to the TA Operations Manager as needed
• Complete ad hoc tasks and special projects assigned by Talent Acquisition leadership

• Enrollment at a college/university through the duration of the internship
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records

• The ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and maintain accurate records is essential
• Ongoing interest in Talent Acquisition/Recruitment and/or Talent Acquisition Operations
• Previous Coordination or administrative experience a plus
• The start date is expected to be in January 2026
• The internship will require a minimum of 15 hours per week and could be up to 36.25 hours per week.
• In accordance with Port Authority policy, this position permits interns to work remotely a maximum of one day per week. In person collaboration is essential to how the Port Authority conducts business and regular in‑office days or team collaboration days may be required depending on business needs. Some internships may require interns to be fully in‑person.

• Only applicants under consideration will be contacted
• If selected to move forward, the hiring team will reach out directly to schedule interviews. Candidates should expect 2 rounds.
• The hourly rate range is $18.07 to $30.31 (the exact rate will be determined by internship type and rising school year)