SkillBridge Intern - Talent Acquisition
Seattle, WA  / Huntsville, AL  / Littleton, CO  / Melbourne, FL  / Merritt Island, FL ...View All
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Job/Internship Description

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

This role is part of Blue Origin corporate functions, providing centralized support across Blue Origin business unit teams and locations.

As a member of the team, you will be responsible for working closely with the Talent Acquisition team in order to gain valuable exposure and make contributions to various aspects of the recruitment process. This will allow you to gain real-world insight into recruitment practices outside the military. You will also collaborate with the team to actively participate in sourcing, candidate assessment, and selection, which will give you an opportunity to learn the intricacies of talent acquisition in a corporate setting. In addition, you will assist in identifying and evaluating talent acquisition opportunities, communicate and promote the value proposition to prospective candidates, and understand the dynamics of recruitment in the private sector. Furthermore, you will be expected to contribute to the development and execution of innovative talent acquisition strategies and solutions tailored to the unique demands and objectives of the aerospace industry. Engaging with mentors and senior team members will provide insights into long-term recruitment goals, giving you a comprehensive understanding of talent acquisition best practices and strategies within a corporate environment. Participating in special projects as directed by leadership will require presenting high-quality deliverables that demonstrate the application and impact of talent acquisition initiatives in a corporate setting.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must be within 180 days of separation or retirement from any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces, with confirmation of eligibility to participate in the DoD SkillBridge program.
  • On track to receive an Honorable Discharge and must have participated in service TAPS/TGPS and an ethics brief within the last 12 months.
  • Must be within commuting distance (within 50 miles) of the following Blue Origin sites: Renton, WA, Huntsville, AL, Merritt Island or Melbourne, FL, or Denver, CO

Desired Qualifications:

  • Previous experience in project management, with a track record of engaging with clients and delivering impactful work products, reports, and other key deliverables.
  • Proficiency in oral and written communication, demonstrating the ability to create and refine technical and non-technical written work products alongside graphical presentations.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, equipped with the capability to analyze complex problems from multiple perspectives and devise innovative solutions.
  • Proven ability to swiftly synthesize information and proactively acquire new skills in a dynamic and learning-centric environment.
  • Prior military recruiting experience, HR-related roles, OSINT intelligence, or other relevant Military Occupational Specialties (MOS) and disciplines.

The completion of this internship will equip the service member with the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to pursue a career in talent acquisition and related fields, along with a comprehensive knowledge of processes and procedures, in a commercial talent acquisition environment.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Inclusivity Statement

Don't meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S.as a refugee or granted asylum.

Benefits

Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.

Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on "EEO Is the Law," please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us atEEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.

California Applicant Privacy Notice

If you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.


ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e. current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1157-1158. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here and here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation
Applicants wishing to view a copy of Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.


 

Position Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Type
Full Time
Period of Employment
Open
Type of Compensation
Paid
College Credits Earned
No
Tuition Assistance
No
Required Student Status
Open
Preferred Majors
Other
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