Project Management - Talent Acquisition Apprenticeship

About the Program

Google Operations Center supports Google users and customers in solving issues and reaching their goals, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration. This apprenticeship is designed as a 12-month learning and development opportunity for people interested in building a career in project management within talent acquisition.

The role is structured as a full-time apprenticeship of about 40 hours per week. Apprentices will work on-site at their assigned office and also spend 20% of their time in a tailored training program, with the remaining time devoted to practical work alongside GOC teams. The program is intended to provide hands-on exposure, external training support, and real project experience. It is not a permanent full-time position.

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must not have previously participated in any government apprenticeship program.
• Aadhaar must be connected to an active mobile number, and a personal email address is required for registration and verification.
• The opportunity is open to Indian citizens only and does not provide immigration sponsorship.
• Recent graduates as well as candidates with work experience in other industries may apply, provided they are interested in a career in project management for talent acquisition.

Role Responsibilities

• Build project management capability specific to talent acquisition, including communication, change management, and risk management.
• Work with data and learn methods for turning information into practical insights and recommendations.
• Help coordinate internal resources for project delivery and contribute documentation and reports for project teams and stakeholders.
• Strengthen teamwork and communication by building effective working relationships with peers, leaders, and other colleagues.
• Develop an understanding of project scope, including timelines, financial considerations, and outcomes, while maintaining thorough documentation and reviewing reports.

Application Instructions

Applicants need to submit both a resume and a cover letter. The cover letter must mention the year of graduation, stay within 1 page or 300 words, and clearly explain why the candidate wants to join the program, why they are a strong fit, and how the apprenticeship will support their career development. The review process is expected to take around 6 to 8 weeks.

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in any discipline is required.
• Up to 1 year of relevant experience in talent acquisition after graduation is needed.
• Experience using Google Workspace tools such as Gmail, Chrome, Docs, and Sheets, or similar applications, is required.
• English communication skills must be fluent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Comfort with ambiguous tasks and the ability to identify practical solutions while asking for guidance when needed.
• Strong problem-solving ability.
• Familiarity with sourcing tools and platforms.

Benefits

• Competitive wages are offered.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage is provided, including medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Family support includes gender-neutral baby bonding leave and 26 weeks of maternity leave for the birth parent.
• On-site employees can access free meals, snacks, and engaging on-site experiences.

Additional Information

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GOC follows equal employment opportunity practices and considers applicants regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Qualified applicants with criminal histories are also considered in line with legal requirements.

If interview accessibility support or special arrangements are needed, applicants should mention this in their application and confirm it with the recruiter.

Recruitment agencies are not accepted, and GOC does not pay fees for unsolicited resumes.

Selected candidates will be contacted by the recruitment team if their profile matches the role. If no response is received within 2 to 3 weeks, the application should be treated as unsuccessful. Questions can be directed to [email protected].