SkillBridge Program - Recruiter

Skill Bridge Internship Opportunity - Recruiter

Location: Knoxville, TN

Program Type: Department of Defense (DoD) Skill Bridge Internship
Start Date: Flexible
Clearance Required: No

At Protection Strategies, Inc. (PSI), a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, we engage with industry professionals to provide top-tier security solutions and personnel security expertise for the U.S. Government. Our mission is to safeguard our clients' interests with integrity and innovation, reshaping the landscape of security.

Become part of a dedicated team that values people first and believes in making a meaningful impact. We offer cutting-edge solutions that promote safety and protect critical infrastructure. Your hard work will be recognized in our mission-driven culture.

The Recruiter (Skill Bridge) supports PSI's government contracting workforce by assisting with high-volume recruiting efforts in a fast-paced environment. This role is designed for a Skill Bridge candidate who is interested in developing hands‑on recruiting experience while transitioning from military service to the civilian workforce.

Recruiting in government contracting is continuous, even when there are no immediate openings, and this role focuses on building and maintaining future candidate pipelines, learning recruiting systems, and supporting data‑driven hiring processes. The ideal candidate is a fast learner, adaptable, and brings a welcoming, professional demeanor as they represent PSI to prospective candidates.

• Support high-volume recruiting activities for government contracting roles.
• Assist with sourcing, screening, and engaging candidates for current and future hiring needs.
• Help build and maintain pipelines of qualified candidates, even when no openings are available.
• Enter, track, and maintain candidate information in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Assist with tracking recruiting activity, metrics, and KPIs.
• Use tools such as Excel, Power BI, or similar applications to support recruiting reports and data analysis.
• Coordinate with recruiters and hiring managers to understand staffing needs and priorities.
• Help ensure a positive and professional candidate experience throughout the recruiting process.
• Learn and follow compliance requirements related to government contracting recruitment.
• Support continuous improvement of recruiting processes and workflows.

• Approved or eligible for participation in the DoD Skill Bridge Program.
• Strong interest in recruiting, talent acquisition, or human resources.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Basic familiarity with data tracking, spreadsheets, or reporting tools (Excel preferred).
• Willingness and ability to learn ATS platforms, KPIs, and recruiting systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional, welcoming demeanor and positive attitude.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt quickly and manage changing priorities.

• Hands‑on experience in Personnel Security
• Mentorship from experienced professionals
• Exposure to government processes, tools, and culture
• Opportunity to convert to a full‑time role upon separation (where applicable)

• Approval from your unit commander and Skill Bridge coordinator
• Must be within final 180 days of active‑duty service
• Ability to work full‑time during the internship period

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Employment offers will be contingent on passing a pre‑employment drug screen.

Our company maintains a drug‑free workplace. All offers of employment will be contingent on applicant passing a pre‑employment drug screen.