Talent Acquisition Internship - Spring 2026

Messer Construction Co. is an award-winning construction manager and general contractor that provides leadership for complex commercial building projects.  An employee-owned company, Messer now stands as one of the nation's leading healthcare and higher education builders.  Messer's footprint has grown to eleven regional offices located across the Midwest and Southeast.  Messer employees live where they work, resulting in the company's sustained commitment to building better communities.

We are currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Talent Acquisition Specialist Intern to join our team at the Corporate office in Cincinnati, OH.  This internship offers hands-on experience in the recruitment life cycle and an opportunity to contribute to strategic hiring initiatives.  You'll support sourcing, screening, and onboarding efforts while gaining exposure to employer branding and candidate experience strategies.

What You Will Do:

• Assist in sourcing candidates through job boards, social media and networking platforms.
• Screen resumes and conduct initial phone interviews to assess candidate qualifications.
• Coordinate interview schedules between candidates and hiring managers.
• Maintain and update applicant tracking system (ATS) and recruitment databases.
• Support employer branding initiatives, including social media campaigns and career events.
• Participate in onboarding and new hire orientation.
• Provide administrative support to the Talent Acquisition team as needed.
• Collaborate with internal teams regarding employee engagement and employer branding opportunities.

What You Will Gain:

• Real-world experience in full-cycle recruitment
• Exposure to HR technologies and tools
• Mentorship from experienced Talent Acquisition professionals
• Networking opportunities within the organization
• A chance to contribute to impactful hiring decisions

What You Will Bring:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications or a related field
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational abilities
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite 
• Interest in recruitment, talent management and HR best practices
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally

We build where we live, and it shows. When you take charge of your career through professional growth and collaboration, you can’t help but feel your impact on the community and the industry. And it’s what you can expect at Messer each day. In business since 1932 and employee-owned since 1990, Messer is the commercial construction company committed to building better. Join Messer, where building with purpose is the foundation of everything we do. 

All Messer employees are required to comply with our Substance Abuse Prevention Policy as a condition of employment. Messer may condition offers of employment upon taking and passing of a post-offer/pre-employment drug screen. 

Messer is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity. 

Messer is committed to a diverse workforce.