Talent Acquisition Intern
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About this role
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Lumentum is seeking a motivated and curious Talent Acquisition Intern to join our global recruiting team for Summer 2026. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment while contributing to meaningful projects that directly impact how we attract and hire top talent.
As part of our global intern cohort, you’ll not only work closely with our Talent Acquisition (TA) team but also collaborate with fellow interns across functions, building connections and gaining exposure to the broader business.
What You’ll Do
- Partner with the Talent Acquisition team to support day-to-day recruiting activities and ensure an exceptional candidate experience (“candidate care”) throughout the hiring process
- Assist in reviewing current recruiting workflows and identifying opportunities to streamline and improve efficiency
- Help design and build a global job database, organizing roles, job descriptions, and hiring insights to support scalability and consistency
- Explore and recommend ways to leverage AI in the recruiting process, including areas such as:
- Candidate sourcing and talent mapping
- Resume screening and matching
- Candidate engagement and communication
- Process automation and workflow optimization
- Partner with the TA team to pilot or test AI-driven tools or process enhancements where applicable
- Support coordination and communication with candidates, ensuring timely updates and a positive experience
- Participate in and contribute to TA projects and continuous improvement initiatives, bringing fresh ideas and perspectives
- Collaborate with the broader summer intern cohort, participating in cross-functional projects, networking events, and learning sessions
What You’ll Gain
- Real-world experience in Talent Acquisition and HR operations within a global technology company
- Exposure to AI applications in recruiting and how technology is transforming talent acquisition
- Opportunity to contribute to projects with visible business impact
- Mentorship and guidance from experienced TA and HR professionals
- A strong foundation for a future career in Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, or HR Technology
Qualifications
- Rising Senior (graduating 2026 or 2027) pursuing a Bachelor’s degree
- Preferred major: Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field
- Strong interest in Talent Acquisition, recruiting, HR technology, or AI in HR
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Curious, proactive, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and take initiative
Pay Range: $23.75 - 54.30/hour USD
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Disclaimer:
Final base salary for the successful candidate will depend on multiple factors, including but not limited to, job location, where work will be performed, qualifications, work history and relevant experience. With our continual goal of making Lumentum a best place to work for our employees, we strive to offer employees competitive total compensation packages, which may include annual bonus, commission for certain sales roles, equity, and health and welfare benefits.