HR/Talent Acquisition Intern

Bradford Companies—the corporate office supporting Next Generation Wireless, Jiva Salonspa, Bradford Powersports, and MMC Properties—has an exciting opportunity for a local HR student who is eager to gain hands-on experience in the field of talent acquisition and human resources!

This role is ideal for a student seeking temporary work experience or an internship to complement their studies. This internship is expected to begin in October/November and run through January, aligning with a maternity leave coverage period.

At Bradford Companies, growth, excellence, teamwork, positivity and community involvement aren’t just words—they’re our core values. They define who we are, shape our culture, and are the reason we’ve been consistently recognized as an Employer of Choice in the Cedar Valley and one of Iowa’s Top Workplaces by the Des Moines Register. As part of our team, you’ll have the chance to learn directly from an HR team and leaders who are passionate about developing others to succeed. 

What You’ll Do
As an HR/Talent Acquisition Intern, you’ll work closely with our HR team and gain exposure to a variety of human resources functions, including:

• Assisting with full-cycle recruiting: posting jobs, sourcing candidates, scheduling interviews, and coordinating candidate communication.
• Supporting onboarding processes: preparing new hires for their first day and helping facilitate orientations.
• Helping maintain accurate HR records and ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Providing general HR administrative support as needed.
• Learning onboarding and termination procedures, gaining valuable real-world exposure.
• Working hands-on with an HRIS system (Paylocity) to understand how data is managed within HR.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• Strong interest in HR, talent acquisition, and employee engagement.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with HRIS or ATS systems is a plus.

Why Join Us?
This is your opportunity to gain meaningful, practical HR experience while working in a collaborative, supportive environment. You’ll not only build your skills but also contribute to the success of a values-driven organization.

Our Commitment to Inclusivity & Privacy

• Next Generation Wireless is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.
• Accommodation Request: We understand that talent comes in all forms! If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know by emailing hr@ngwtoday.com. (Please note this contact is for accommodation requests only. We are unable to respond to non-accommodation inquiries through this channel.)
• California Privacy Notice: We are committed to protecting your data. California residents, please view our CCPA on how your information is used: https://www.ngwtoday.com/legal/
• Next Generation Wireless participates in E-Verify. For more information please visit: 
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Ready to Get Started? Apply now — our lightning-fast application takes under 5 minutes. Bring your passion and get ready to embrace the opportunity! 

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