Talent Specialist - Early Career Programs

Job Details

Job Location: Apex, NC 27502

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Travel Percentage: Up to 25%

Job Shift: Day

Shook Construction

Passionate about shaping tomorrow’s workforce? As the Talent Specialist - Early Career Programs, you’ll create meaningful experiences for early career talent, aligning every step with Shook’s Mission and Values. You’ll design programs that launch interns, co‑ops, and recent grads into rewarding careers, while fostering an inclusive, growth‑minded culture and supporting Shook’s long‑term workforce strategy. Your professional skills and expertise will help shape the people, teams, and strategies that are building communities.

Any Shook office location (Moraine, Brecksville, Indianapolis, Raleigh)

Human Resources/Talent Development

At Shook, we believe in building more than just structures. For 100 years, we have built up people, careers, and communities. We’re a team that knows how to work hard, win together, and have fun along the way. You’ll find a collaborative, supportive culture; dynamic work; competitive pay and benefits; and real opportunities for career growth in a strong, stable industry.

And because giving back is at our core, you’ll have the chance to make a meaningful impact through community service and our Mission, “To Dramatically Improve the Communities We Serve.”

• Competitive compensation
• Paid time off
• Healthcare, vision, and dental plans
• Robust wellness program
• Retirement savings program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Parental leave

• Coordinate and manage internships, co‑op programs, and non‑union sponsored apprenticeships across regions, departments, and job sites.
• Lead and collaborate with regional co‑op coordinators to support early career development programs.
• Oversee onboarding, orientation, ongoing co‑op engagement, and offboarding for all early career hires.
• Plan learning sessions, site visits, community events, and networking events to enhance the co‑op/intern experience.

• Serve as the main contact for early career team members, offering guidance and support throughout their experience.
• Collaborate with the learning and development manager, project teams, and mentors to ensure meaningful work assignments and learning opportunities.
• Enhance mentor development and engagement.
• Track performance feedback and development goals for interns and co‑ops.

• Partner with universities, technical schools, and student organizations to promote Shook’s early career opportunities.
• Evaluate and select the best career fairs, campus events, and virtual recruiting sessions, managing Shook’s presence and attending as needed.
• Work with the Marketing team to create effective promotional materials and career event set‑ups.
• Assist with sourcing, screening, interviewing, and selecting candidates for early career roles.
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, including faculty members, career services departments, and student organizations.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to identify K‑12 engagement opportunities that support workforce and business development objectives.

• Collect and analyze participant and manager feedback to continuously improve the early career program’s effectiveness.
• Maintain accurate program data, including participation, conversion rates, and outcomes.
• Deliver data‑driven reports and presentations for leadership on early career program metrics.
• Partner with the Human Resources team to identify program risks and implement solutions.
• Manage co‑op program budget in partnership with Human Resources Leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, such as human resources management, business administration, organizational development, industrial/organizational psychology, education or training & development, communications or marketing, construction management, or engineering.
• Two-plus years of experience in talent development, campus recruiting, or similar roles.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to successfully…