Talent Acquisition Intern (Summer 2027)

At L.L.Bean, we believe the outdoors brings out the best in all of us. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging and creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone feels welcome—both here and Outside. We value individual differences and are dedicated to maintaining an inclusive work environment where everyone can bring the best of their experience and talents and truly thrive.

At L.L.Bean, we’re not just about selling gear; we’re about inspiring and enabling people to enjoy the great outdoors. Whether you’re hiking up a mountain of data, paddling through event planning, or navigating the trails of hiring top talent, you’ll find your place here as a summer intern. Lace up your boots, grab your backpack, and get ready for an unforgettable adventure like no other with L.L.Bean’s Summer Internship Program.

Participation in the 2027 Summer Internship Program requires working in person at one of our Maine office locations. This internship requires 32–36 hours per week, with in-office attendance Monday through Thursday.

• This Talent Acquisition Summer 2027 Internship position is typically 12 weeks in total and runs from May 17th to July 31st .

• All interns are expected to be on-site within commuting distance from Freeport, ME for the full program.

• Help your application stand out in this competitive program by sharing a blog, social media profile, website, portfolio, or relevant project that highlights your passion and interest in L.L.Bean.

Job Description: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Talent Acquisition Intern to join our HR team. As the Talent Acquisition intern, you’ll be learning from the team that warmly introduces candidates to L.L.Bean, and as the point of contact for all interns as the Social Coordinator of the 2027 Intern Class. 

This Talent Acquisition Intern & Intern Socialization Coordinator will assume responsibility in 2 key functions:

• Supporting the Talent Acquisition team to assume various project roles and exposure to hiring processes for Corporate, Retail, Distribution, Manufacturing, Facilities, College Recruiting, and more.

• Be the point person for the 2027 Summer Internship Class to provide and create opportunities for team bonding, booking/planning/supporting key networking events across Interns’ calendars, explore with and plan events for this class to maximize the summer experience in beautiful coastal Maine. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the full recruitment cycle, including, resume screening, and interview scheduling to create a best-in-class candidate experience

• Help with the preparation of recruitment reports and metrics.

• Provide administrative support to the Talent Acquisition team as needed.

• Leverage sourcing and recruitment tools to learn how to identify and recruit top talent

• Partner with recruiters to learn how to review resumes and credentials for appropriateness of skills, experience, and knowledge in relation to position requirements

• Create and foster relationships with colleges and professional organizations to attract and engage students, alumni, and potential candidates

• Be the key point of contact and scheduler for the Internship Class to advise and coordinate key summer activities (outdoor activities, ice cream socials, etc.).

• Help facilitate meetings with Executives and other mandatory meetings for Interns to provide maximum exposure to all parts of the organization

• Ensures compliance with federal, state, local employment laws and regulations, and company policies 

• Participate in an end-of-summer group project with fellow interns to propose solutions to real scenarios to Leadership in a high-visibility presentation.

• Supports other duties as directed by the Talent Acquisition Manager or other HR Management by virtue of cross-training and providing back-up support as needed

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a 4-year degree in Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Strong long-term interest in Recruitment and Talent Acquisition.

• Excellent communication and comfort communicating with various levels of management and executives, established time management, high attention to detail, responsibility and organizational skills   

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint).

• Previous internship, class or work experience in HR or recruitment is a plus.

• Passion for the outdoors and L.L.Bean’s core activities and values

• Capability to build strong partnerships, build connections and work collaboratively to achieve goals and foster a sense of belonging for this class

• Ability to maintain a high level of enthusiasm, curiosity, motivation and a positive attitude   

• Comfort communicating with various levels of management and Executives 

Housing Stipend Eligibility: Interns who do not have access to housing within 50 miles of the Freeport Headquarters may be eligible to receive a housing stipend. All requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis to confirm eligibility and individual circumstances.

Health and Safety Requirement: Ensures compliance with the L.L.Bean Comprehensive Health and Safety program by knowing and following all safety guidelines, policies, procedures and expectations.  Take immediate and appropriate action to rectify any unsafe conditions.   

L.L.Bean is for everyone. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging, creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone feels welcome - here and in the outdoors.

L.L.Bean uses a market-based compensation approach. The anticipated starting base pay for this position is $20-$22 /hour. Individual compensation may vary based on factors such as a candidate’s experience, qualifications, education, geographic location, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.

 

 

If you care about the outdoors, joining L.L.Bean is a great way to feel good about what you do. Our benefits package makes a good thing even better, with programs and perks designed to support your health and financial goals. Plus, maintaining a healthy work-life balance and re-charging outside are all part of the plan.

If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you'd be great at this role, we'd love to learn more about you!   At L.L.Bean, we believe the outdoors brings out the best in all of us.  We strive to reflect this every day in our commitments to employees and partners and in our efforts to promote belonging.