Talent Attraction Intern - Summer 2026 - Full-time

Talent Attraction Intern - Summer 2026 Job Category: Internships Location: US - Massachusetts - Waltham **Meet Our Team:** Pega’s Talent Attraction team is where people, brand, and data collide. We’re focused on building a candidate experience that feels modern, human, and intentional—not transactional. As our intern, you’ll jump straight into real projects: gathering feedback on our candidate process through focus groups, helping improve our careers site, and exploring how platforms like TikTok and Instagram can play a real role in recruiting. You won’t be watching from the sidelines—your ideas, research, and recommendations will directly influence how we attract talent. **Picture Yourself at Pega:** You’re not just observing—you’re contributing. From day one, you’re trusted with meaningful work, real responsibility, and challenges that make a real-world impact. At Pega, great ideas can come from anyone, anywhere—and yours is no exception. You’ll collaborate with global teams, build practical business and technical skills, and gain firsthand insight into how a leading technology company operates. Your work is visible, your perspective is valued, and your growth is intentional—supported by competitive compensation that recognizes your contributions. If you’re ready for an internship where you can turn potential into real progress and see the impact of your work, **this is where it starts.** **What You'll Do at Pega:** As a Talent Attraction Intern, you will: + Assess and **elevate our candidate experience** , from application through offer + Design and facilitate **focus groups or interviews** with recent hires and internal partners to understand what’s working and where we can improve + Analyze qualitative and quantitative feedback, synthesize themes, and **translate insights into clear, actionable recommendations** + Research **candidate experience best practices** and innovative approaches used by other leading companies + Review and evaluate our **careers site** , identifying opportunities to improve content, usability, and candidate conversion + Explore and evaluate nontraditional recruiting channels (e.g., TikTok, Instagram, and emerging platforms) and how they can complement traditional channels to attract both early career and experienced talent + Benchmark how other organizations use social media and digital platforms to promote roles and employer brand + Create presentations and recommendations for TA leaders that influence future strategy and execution + Network with cross-functional interns and teams, building a solid foundation to build your future career **Who You Are:** You are curious, analytical, and excited by the intersection of people, branding, and data. You enjoy talking with others, spotting patterns, and turning feedback into smart, practical ideas. You are: + Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Marketing, Communications, Psychology, Data Analytics, or a related field, and returning to academic studies after the internship + A strong written and verbal communicator + Skilled in research and analysis, both qualitative and quantitative + Able to synthesize insights and present findings clearly + Comfortable using tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, Google Slides, or related tools + Creative, inquisitive, and eager to ask “why” to uncover patterns and insights **What You've Accomplished:** You have experience or exposure to some of the following: + Academic projects, internships, or coursework involving **research, surveys, or focus groups** + Analyzing data or feedback and turning it into **recommendations or presentations** + Using or evaluating websites, digital platforms, or social media channels from a user or brand perspective + Collaborating with classmates, teams, or stakeholders to deliver insights or outcomes + Prior recruiting experience isn’t required— **passion, curiosity, analytical thinking, and strong communication matter most** . **Pega Offers You:** + Opportunity to work with diverse global teams on real-time, impactful projects and initiatives + Professional development seminars and meet & greets with Pega’s CEO and Founder, and Executive Leadership Team through our “Coffee Break Series” + Participation in Pega and intern specific events such as social events, volunteer opportunities, group projects, team outings, etc. + Potential for full-time offer + Structured manager and mentor program + Competitive salary and perks + Casual and fun environment **Additional Information** Base salary range for this role is USD annually. This role may also be eligible for annual bonus OR commission, as well as benefits and other incentives. The final compensation will be determined during the offer process based on the candidate's education, experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as market conditions and may vary from the posted range. We will share an information on benefits, bonus/commission, and other pay components for this role at the relevant recruitment stage. Job ID: 23378 It is Pega's policy to engage, recruit, hire, promote, train, discipline, and compensate in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other category protected by law. https://www.pega.com/about/careers/equal-employment-opportunity