Talent Acquisition Specialist - Chicago, IL

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work · Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference. · We pride o ...

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Simply Put, A Great Place to Work

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you'll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don't meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don't be so hard on yourself—apply for the job

Talent Acquisition Specialist - Early Careers

Our Talent Acquisition team is seeking an Early Careers Talent Acquisition Specialist to join us in our Downtown Chicago office. In this role, you'll play a key part in helping to shape the next generation of civil engineers by recruiting college students for internships and entry-level full-time roles. You'll work closely with managers and the Talent Acquisition team to understand hiring needs and build strong connections with schools across the country, boosting our employer brand along the way.

Our Chicago-based team of seven is fun, easy-going, and hardworking. We love collaborating and finding creative ways to get the job done and hit our goals. If you're excited about joining a fast-paced environment and making an impact, apply today

Location

Our team enjoys a hybrid work schedule, balancing two days in our Downtown Chicago office and three days of remote flexibility.

The Impact You Will Have

• Collaborate with managers and regional talent acquisition partners to identify hiring needs.
• Take ownership of implementing innovative sourcing strategies to attract and discover top talent for entry-level roles.
• Post and manage Internship and Entry-level jobs on ATS, Handshake, Simplicity, and other college job boards.
• Launch recruiting campaigns to connect with students for job openings, career fairs, and events.
• Build and maintain relationships with colleges and universities nationwide.
• Interact with students across various external channels, including LinkedIn, Handshake, campus events, and employee referrals.
• Strengthen our employer brand through effective campus outreach.
• Prepare teams for cyclical campus career fairs.
• Execute the end-to-end early career recruiting cycle from attraction through to onboarding.
• Participate in team meetings to share candidate updates, progress, and strategies, highlighting opportunities and successes to help hiring teams make informed decisions.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in customer-facing, fast-paced roles.
• 1-2 years of agency recruiting or high-volume recruitment experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to work in fast-paced environments.
• Strong teamwork skills and a servant-leadership mentality.
• Excellent time management skills, demonstrated in dynamic and rapidly changing settings
• Tech-savvy with the ability to leverage technology in recruitment efforts.

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in accordance with the State of Illinois Pay Transparency Act, Illinois Pay Transparency Law. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on numerous factors, including but not limited to individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and geographic location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary, overtime, and bonuses.

Our benefits package is designed to take care of our employees and is compliant with the State of Illinois Paid Leave Act, Illinois Paid Leave Act. Benesch offers a generous paid time benefits plan that increases throughout your career plus several paid holidays. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision benefits. We also include company-paid life insurance, short term, and long-term disability plans. Benesch offers a 401K plan and profit-sharing contributions to the 401K plan. From insurance and retirement plan to our wellness programs, we provide employee benefits that meet your wants and needs.

Illinois Pay Range

$60,000—$75,000 USD

Explore the Benefits of Working at Benesch

At Benesch, we prioritize the health and wellness of our employees, understanding that their well-being is crucial for both personal and professional success. We offer a range of benefits for eligible employees, including insurance, retirement plans, and wellness programs. Our Total Rewards package is designed to support a healthy lifestyle and can be customized to meet the needs of our employees and their families. Click here to learn more about some of the benefits of working at Benesch

Professional Development

• Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Team Leaders, Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses
• Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings, knowledge-sharing training sessions
• Personalized training and career development plans with your manager
• Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses/certifications
• Support for active participation in professional organizations to foster leadership and community engagement

Retirement Benefits

• Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge
• Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit-sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%)

Work/Life Balance

• Flexible work schedules and hours, including work-from-home options (dependent on the role)
• Generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career
• Immediate use of annual PTB; no accrual needed with the ability to bundle time-off plans for extended vacations or life events
• Ten days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement

Employee Engagement

• At Benesch, we encourage our team members to extend their impact beyond their core responsibilities. Join our employee resource groups and committees to enhance your work-life balance and contribute to our community-focused initiatives. We support a variety of programs including community service, student scholarships, and matching gift opportunities, reflecting our commitment to a vibrant and diverse workplace.

If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linked here.

Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

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We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.
Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.

If you are limited in your ability or are unable to access Benesch's Careers website due to a physical disability or other impairment, you may request a reasonable accommodation by emailing This option is only available to those in need of an accommodation due to a disability or other impairment. Please do not use this as an alternative method for general inquiries or status on applications, as you will not receive a response. Reasonable requests will be responded to as soon as possible on a case-by-case basis.

Recruiters or staffing agencies: Benesch is not obligated to compensate any external recruiter or search firm who presents a candidate, their resume, or profile to a Benesch employee without a recent, current, and fully executed agreement on file. Please direct all communications to the HR team