SEASONAL - TALENT ACQUISITION

Title: Talent Acquisition Seasonal

Department: Human Resources

Reports To:HR Business Partner, Talent & Inclusion

How to Apply: www.chicagobears.com/jobs

About the Role

The Chicago Bears are looking for a Talent Acquisition Seasonal to assist the Human Resources department with various talent acquisition responsibilities. This position is designed for recent Human Resources graduates or candidates with less than one year of HR experience looking to gain professional experience in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring. This is a seasonal position, lasting 6 months (April - October 2025). The role will work primarily out of the Chicago Bears headquarters (1920 Football Drive, Lake Forest, IL) with some remote work flexibility. This is a full-time (40 hours per week), paid (hourly) position.

Who We Are

As one of the founding franchises of the NFL, family is the core of who we are. We believe every person matters and we can collectively achieve success through our values of respect, championship mindset, community, and perseverance. We're different from other companies, as our vision is to be "one of one". We strive to be a championship football organization that consistently performs at a level of excellence on and off the field. Our people represent a vast array of cultural backgrounds, human experiences and perspectives and we believe they, collectively and as authentic individuals, are our greatest resource. Our working environment is one where your talent and contributions are valued by the organization and the community.

Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition

• Assist with job postings on ADP (applicant tracking system)
• Ensure accuracy of all job postings by reviewing key areas (responsibilities, qualifications, etc.) for consistency.
• Participate in hiring manager meetings to ensure clear expectations for candidates and interviewers.
• Support sourcing for various roles such as part-time/gameday, Training Camp and Associate Development Program
• Send job alerts to university recruiting partners, external job sites (i.e. Handshake) and to candidates who signed up for future job notifications
• Source talent for key roles via LinkedIn Recruiter
• Assist with setting up and training hiring managers on all recruiting technology (i.e. ADP or VidCruiter)

Screening & Interview Coordination

• Review resumes and applications to identify qualified candidates.
• Send appropriate candidate notification via ADP (applicant tracking system)
• Assist in configuring on-demand video platform (VidCruiter) features and functionalities for various roles within the organization
• Send qualified candidates on demand interview requests
• Participate in phone screenings to evaluate candidates' qualifications and interest in the position as necessary.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring managers.
• Participate in in-person interviews.
• Support proper documentation and retention of all resumes, candidate communication, interview notes, etc.

Administrative Support & Reporting

• Help coordinate the Club's participation in local job fairs, attending as necessary.
• Maintain recruiting related items such as giveaways, signage, etc.
• Help maintain all recruiting & hiring related documents for internal and external use.
• Respond to candidate inquiries via email and phone.
• Help track and maintain recruitment metrics, such as time-to-hire, candidate conversion rates, etc.
• Assist in organizing the onboarding process for new hires.
• Provide general administrative assistance to the HR team, including organizing files and maintaining HR databases.
• Help manage Job Opportunities email inbox.

Qualifications

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field OR up to 1 year of experience in HR or Talent Acquisition
• Previous internship or direct work experience with recruiting function preferred
• Basic knowledge of recruitment tools (Handshake, LinkedIn, Indeed) preferred
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Must be dependable, flexible, and able to adapt to a variety of situations
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams)
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational skills
• Must understand the sensitive and confidential nature of the data within Human Resources

What We Offer

We remain committed to upholding the standard of being a first-class organization and employer of choice. Our goal is to provide quality support and a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for our most important resource, our people.

Competitive Industry Pay

The Talent Acquisition Seasonal is a full-time (temporary) position. This position is an HOURLY role. The expected hourly rate for this role is $19 per hour. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and other job-related factors.

Benefits & Perks

Our Seasonal offerings include but are not limited to:

• Flexible Work Location: Up to 2 days a week of remote work (role dependent)
• Time to Recharge: 5 days of paid vacation time, 3 paid sick/mental health days plus 10 paid holidays, paid time off to volunteer
• Experiences: complimentary preseason tickets for one game, ability to buy additional tickets for home & away games
• Gear: yearly Bears gear package plus 50% off at the Bears Pro Shop
• Wellness: FREE breakfast, lunch, snacks and drinks, access to onsite fitness facilities and BearsFit, complimentary Calm app access
• Connection: Social events for staff and their families, Employee Resource Groups, and more
• Professional Development: complimentary LinkedIn Learning access, professional development sessions, guest speakers, mentorship

Additional information on employee benefits can be found by visiting www.ChicagoBears.com/jobs.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

The Chicago Bears organization continues to deepen its commitment to establishing an inclusive, equitable work environment that reflects the diversity within our communities and fan base. We value, respect, and appreciate diversity at all levels, on and off the field, and are guided by a vision of success that includes integrating diversity, equity, and inclusion into our club's DNA and culture. The Chicago Bears seek to attract, retain and develop top talent, regardless of personal characteristics, and we invite and encourage all individuals to apply for positions of interest.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Chicago Bears Football Club, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.