DoD SkillBridge Internship – Talent Acquisition/ Recruiting

Position Title: DoD SkillBridge Internship - Talent Acquisition / HR Operations
Location: Webster / Houston, Texas (hybrid/ remote may be considered for strong candidates)
Relocation Assistance: Not available for internship positions
Remote/Telework: Preferably Onsite (Hybrid may be considered based on experience)
Clearance Required: Must be a U.S. Citizen, Must be Actively Serving Military Servicemember
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, standard duty hours
DoD SkillBridge Eligibility - Please Review Carefully

This internship is available only to currently serving Active-Duty U.S. military members who are approved or eligible to participate in the DoD SkillBridge program.

Applicants must:

• Be within 365-180 days of separation or retirement
• Obtain command approval prior to internship start
• Meet all DoD SkillBridge participation requirements

This opportunity is not open to civilians, students, or veterans who have already separated from service.

To ensure proper consideration, applicants must include the following at the top of their résumé or within the first paragraph of their application:

- Branch of service and component (Active, Guard, Reserve)
- Current duty station
- Projected separation or retirement date
- Requested SkillBridge start and end dates
- Command approval status (approved / pending)

Applications missing this information will not be reviewed.

Overview:

Aegis Aerospace, Inc. is seeking a transitioning service member with foundational experience or education in Human Resources, personnel administration, recruiting, or workforce operations to participate in a DoD SkillBridge internship supporting our HR and Talent Acquisition team.

This internship is designed for service members who already possess exposure to personnel-related responsibilities and are seeking to translate that experience into a civilian career in Human Resources or Talent Acquisition within the defense and aerospace sector.

The selected intern will gain hands-on experience in corporate HR operations, federal contractor recruiting, compliance considerations, and workforce planning in a DoD contracting environment.

This is not a full retraining opportunity. Candidates must demonstrate prior exposure to personnel, administrative, recruiting, or workforce-related functions.

Description of Duties:

The selected intern will work alongside Aegis Aerospace HR and Recruiting professionals and will be integrated into daily operations.

The intern will:

• Support full-cycle recruiting activities including resume review, candidate screening, interview coordination, and applicant communications
• Assist with candidate sourcing efforts through job boards and internal systems
• Coordinate interview schedules with hiring managers and contract stakeholders
• Maintain accurate candidate records within the applicant tracking system (ATS)
• Assist with onboarding coordination and documentation review
• Support HR administrative functions and personnel data tracking
• Gain exposure to federal contractor compliance and employment law considerations
• Participate in recruiting strategy discussions and workforce planning initiatives
• Communicate professionally with candidates, hiring managers, and internal stakeholders

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be a current active-duty U.S. service member eligible for DoD SkillBridge participation
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

Must demonstrate prior experience in at least one of the following:

• Military personnel administration
• Command support or manpower management
• Recruiting support or staffing coordination
• Administrative leadership involving personnel documentation or tracking
• Career counseling or service member support roles

OR

• Currently pursuing or holding education in Human Resources, Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive information
• Professional demeanor and ability to operate in a corporate environment

Desired Qualifications:

• Military HR, personnel, recruiting MOS/AFSC/Rate
• Experience reviewing resumes, coordinating interviews, or supporting hiring actions
• Familiarity with HR systems or databases
• Interest in pursuing HR certifications such as PHR or SHRM-CP
• Demonstrated interest in transitioning into a civilian HR or Talent Acquisition career

What Makes This Internship Valuable

• Exposure to federal contractor recruiting in a cleared environment
• Visibility into security clearance verification processes
• Direct interaction with hiring managers and contract leadership
• Experience with compensation alignment and offer coordination
• Practical understanding of HR compliance within the defense sector

Important Information

• This is an unpaid internship. Participants will continue to receive military pay and benefits from their service branch during the training period
• Interns are responsible for personal transportation, housing, and expenses
• Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted

Application Instructions:
To apply for this SkillBridge internship, please submit:

1. An updated resume detailing your military service, education, and any HR/ Recruiting related training or certifications in progress
2. A brief cover letter or paragraph in your resume explaining your interest in the Aegis Aerospace internship, your goals for SkillBridge participation, and your official separation date.

About Aegis Aerospace:

We are a woman-owned space and technology company headquartered in Houston, TX. Our primary objective is to support the Department of Defense and NASA in achieving their missions to defend the security of our country, reach new heights, and discover the unknown. We employ some of the brightest, most experienced engineering and technology experts in the U.S.

To learn more about Aegis Aerospace, visit our website at www.aegisaero.com

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veteran / Disability.