Talent Acquisition Partner - Early Careers at General Motors

Markham, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Automotive, Human ResourcesIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or a related field
5+ years of experience in university recruiting, talent acquisition, or program management
Proven success managing large-scale recruitment programs and events
Strong relationship-building and communication skills
Experience with applicant tracking systems and recruiting tools
Ability to travel across Canada for campus events (approx. 20–30%)
No need for GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future
Preferred Skills
Bilingual (English/French) is a strong asset
Familiarity with the Canadian post-secondary education landscape
Experience in tech, automotive, or engineering industries

Responsibilities

Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of Canada’s early career programs (internship, co-op, and new grad)
Align program goals with business needs and talent strategy
Partner with the Global Early Career Talent team and the Talent Marketing team
Develop and execute annual campus recruiting plans, including timelines, budgets, and success metrics
Build and maintain strategic relationships with universities, colleges, and student organizations across Canada
Represent the company at career fairs, info sessions, hackathons, and networking events
Partner with academic institutions to co-create programming, sponsorships, and research collaborations
Manage full-cycle recruitment for early talent roles: sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer negotiation
Ensure a seamless onboarding and offboarding experience for interns, co-ops, and new grads
Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion in all recruiting efforts
Partner with hiring managers to understand talent needs and develop tailored recruitment strategies
Train and support intern managers to deliver meaningful project experiences and mentorship
Collaborate with global early-career teams to share best practices and drive consistency
Use data to identify trends, measure program effectiveness, and inform decision-making
Prepare reports and presentations for leadership on program outcomes and ROI
Drive brand awareness through innovative campus campaigns and digital outreach
Organize signature events that connect students with our mission, culture, and leaders
Create compelling content for social media, job boards, and university platforms

Skills

Talent Acquisition

Early Career Programs

Campus Recruiting

University Partnerships

Full-Cycle Recruitment

Program Strategy

Relationship Management

Recruitment Events

Candidate Sourcing

Interviewing

Offer Negotiation

General Motors

Designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles

About General Motors

General Motors designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles and vehicle parts, catering to individual consumers, businesses, and government entities. The company operates in both traditional internal combustion engine vehicles and the growing electric vehicle (EV) market, generating revenue through vehicle sales and financing services. GM stands out from competitors with its commitment to community service, sustainability, and diversity, as evidenced by a majority female Board of Directors. The company's goal is to balance traditional automotive manufacturing with technological advancements in electric and autonomous vehicles.

Detroit, MichiganHeadquarters

1908Year Founded

$486.7MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Financial ServicesIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Assistance

Flexible Work Hours

Discount on GM vehicles

Risks

Shutting down Cruise Robotaxi may affect investor confidence in GM's AV strategy.

Chevrolet Equinox EV recall could harm GM's safety reputation.

Leadership transition in design may disrupt continuity and brand identity.

Differentiation

GM's Dynamic Fuel Management system enhances fuel efficiency in traditional vehicles.

GM leads in board diversity with 55% women directors.

GM's pivot to personal autonomous vehicles aligns with consumer trends.

Upsides

Partnership with Nvidia boosts GM's autonomous vehicle technology capabilities.

Collaboration with ChargePoint expands EV charging infrastructure, enhancing consumer appeal.

Bryan Nesbitt's appointment as design head may bring innovation to GM's vehicle design.

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