Shift Type
Job Title
Recruiting Operations Intern
Location
Adaptic Headquarters - Annapolis, MD 21409 US (Primary)
Category
Program Integrator (PI)
Salary Grade
Date Needed By
Job Type
Internship
Travel
Job Description
Adaptic, LLC is seeking a motivated Recruiter to support staffing efforts across Intelligence Community (IC) programs. This role will focus on building and managing cleared candidate pipelines, sourcing hard-to-find technical talent, and supporting recruiting activities across various stages of the lifecycle, depending on experience level.
This position is well-suited for someone with strong curiosity, self-motivation, and the ability to work creatively through challenges. Prior IC recruiting experience is welcomed but not required-this role offers the opportunity to learn the nuances of cleared recruiting through hands-on exposure and mentorship.
Key Responsibilities- Proactively source candidates across technical and functional roles (e.g., Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Data, Cyber, Analysis) using a variety of sourcing approaches, including public databases, networking, referrals, and creative research methods
- Build and nurture candidate relationships by managing communication throughout the recruiting lifecycle and maintaining a positive candidate experience
- Build and maintain pipelines aligned to active, pending, and anticipated requirements; assist with screening candidates for technical fit, clearance status, polygraph alignment, and contract eligibility
- Coordinate with internal recruiting and program teams to support compliant candidate submissions
- Track and document candidate activity, submissions, and statuses in applicant tracking systems and internal trackers
- Stay current on IC hiring trends, clearance timelines, and market conditions, with guidance and mentorship provided as needed
# of Hires Needed
1
Exemption Type
Hiring Manager
Belanger, Alicia (Operations MPO (1.01.01.01))
Job Requirements
Required Qualifications- Demonstrated interest in recruiting, staffing, human resources, business operations, or a related field
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- High attention to detail and organizational skills
- Proactive, "go-to," and goal-oriented attitude with a willingness to take ownership
- Ability to learn quickly, ask thoughtful questions, and apply feedback in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications- Prior recruiting, sourcing, or candidate engagement experience (cleared or uncleared)
- Exposure to Intelligence Community or DoD environments (e.g., through prior work, internships, military service, or academic programs)
- Experience supporting cleared candidate pipelines or understanding of clearance processes
- Experience supporting fast-moving hiring efforts, pipeline requisitions, or proposal-driven recruiting
- Strong desire to grow professionally and expand skillsets, including exposure to operational and business support functions