Human Resources - Recruitment Sourcing Intern

ProQuest Mission: Better research. Better learning, Better insights. ProQuest enables people to change their world. ProQuest supports the efforts of students and researchers across the globe. Providing important research tools and curating treasure troves of content has helped ProQuest to become an industry leader in the Information Services market.

Ex Libris, a ProQuest company, is a leading global provider of cloud-based solutions for higher education. Offering SaaS solutions for the management and discovery of the full spectrum of library and scholarly materials, as well as mobile campus solutions driving student engagement and success, Ex Libris serves thousands of customers in 90 countries. 

As a member of the Talent Acquisition team, you’ll be asked to assist with the search for professionals of various levels of experience and engage directly with them to build and maintain a talent pipeline. We we have great impact on ProQuest’s success through identifying talented professionals and building cohesive teams.

You will be responsible for building sourcing channels, qualifying and maintaining talent pipelines and engaging with prospective candidates. If you’re a driven student who is eager to learn and currently earning your graduate or undergraduate degree in a Business related field, please consider spending your summer with us!

• Perform various duties to support the Talent Acquisition Team. 

• Establish and maintain strong cross-functional relationships within Human Resources Team. 

• Establish and maintain strong cross-functional relationships across the business.

• Engage in department meetings to gain understanding of processes, make suggestions and build relationships.

1. This is a mid-size company environment that is supportive, fun and promotes learning.

2. Enjoy the competitive experience as we recruit elite, talented professionals and integrate them with our incredible teams.

3. We’re a purpose driven organization with a strong sense of corporate citizenship and community. 

 

1. You are not flexible and adaptable and do not thrive in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

2. You do not enjoy taking risks to to reach out and network with people you don’t know.

3.  You are not a persistent influencer with operational effectiveness.

 

• Actively pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree majoring in a business related field at an accredited school, prior completion of 24 semester hours. 

• Must be able to work through the summer approximately 40 hours per week.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of Products, with strong working knowledge of Word, PowerPoint and Excel. 

• Strong organization, communication, and prioritization skills. 

• Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment. 

• Candidates actively pursuing graduate degrees are preferred.

• Have an active LinkedIn profile and are proficient in using LinkedIn and other forms of social media.

• Experienced with activities associated with sales and promotion. 

 

• Forbes Ranks ProQuest among 2019 America’s Best Mid-Size Employers

• We offer professional development opportunities with a significant focus on learning

• We hold fun on-site events

• Our employee population is smart and highly collaborative

• We have a relaxed dress code

• All of our employees have access to ProQuest research products including e-books, genealogy and academic journals

  

Other important information about this position: 

• It is based in the Ex Libris Des Plaines, IL office location. 

• Requires weekday attendance (up to 40 hours) with some scheduling flexibility available around core working hours.  

• Every position requires certain physical capabilities. ProQuest seeks to make reasonable accommodations that enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties when possible.