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Talent Acquisition Specialist

    • Boston, MA
  • HR
  • Full time
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About DraftKings

At DraftKings, AI is becoming an integral part of both our present and future, powering how work gets done today, guiding smarter decisions, and sparking bold ideas. It’s transforming how we enhance customer experiences, streamline operations, and unlock new possibilities. Our teams are energized by innovation and readily embrace emerging technology. We’re not waiting for the future to arrive. We’re shaping it, one bold step at a time. To those who see AI as a driver of progress, come build the future together.

The Crown Is Yours

As a Campus Recruiter, you'll build meaningful relationships and create exceptional experiences for interns and co-op students throughout their candidate journey. You'll play a key role on the Campus Recruiting team, developing and maintaining partnerships with faculty, students, and career centers at target schools while helping to strengthen our campus presence. Working closely with hiring managers, you'll identify and attract top emerging talent, guide candidates through the interview process, and help deliver a seamless hiring and onboarding experience.

What You'll Do

  • Build and manage relationships with key university partners, including career centers, faculty, and student organizations.

  • Drive campus recruiting efforts by sourcing and engaging top student talent while maintaining strong candidate pipelines.

  • Identify top talent and manage candidates through interview process to offer acceptance and start.

  • Deliver a best-in-class candidate experience by providing timely communication, feedback, and support throughout every stage of the interview process.

  • Plan, coordinate, and execute both on-campus and virtual recruiting events, including career fairs, information sessions, and networking opportunities.

  • Partner with hiring managers and interview teams to support campus presentations, facilitate interviews, and assist with candidate evaluations and hiring decisions.

  • Travel to universities and recruiting events as needed during peak recruiting seasons.

What You'll Bring

  • Bachelor's degree is preferred.

  • At least 2 years of experience in campus recruiting or talent acquisition, ideally in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

  • Proven ability to source, engage, and attract top campus talent.

  • Strong candidate relationship management and influencing skills, with a track record of successfully closing candidates in competitive hiring markets.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to navigate challenges with creativity and resourcefulness.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.

  • Collaborative team player who thrives in a dynamic environment and brings a positive, proactive attitude to their work.

Join Our Team

We’re a publicly traded (NASDAQ: DKNG) technology company headquartered in Boston. As a regulated gaming company, you may be required to obtain a gaming license issued by the appropriate state agency as a condition of employment. Don’t worry, we’ll guide you through the process if this is relevant to your role.

If this job posting does not include compensation information, this is due to a technical error that our team is working to resolve! We will repost this position with compensation information as soon as it is resolved. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Ready to Own What's Next?

We know finding a new job can be intimidating. Don't let imposter syndrome stop you from applying! Even if you don't think you tick off every box in this job description, we'd still love for you to apply or join our Talent Community. 

DraftKings is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not tolerate discrimination of any kind and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of your gender identity, race, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability.

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Health Benefits

We take your wellbeing and health seriously. DraftKings offers comprehensive health benefits, including various medical plans, dental, and vision.

Wellbeing Program

You’ll have free access to programs such as free therapy sessions with Lyra Mental Health Solution, Lyra Employee Assistance Program, the Calm App, Virtual Yoga Classes, and many more.

Parental Leave & Support

We are proud to give 14 weeks of 100% paid parental leave to all global team members and offer workplace lactation support. Additionally, we are pleased to partner with Care.com, a care finder and backup childcare partner for our U.S. employees. 

Family Planning

DraftKings is proud to offer a range of benefits that support family planning. We've got you covered whether you’re considering adoption, surrogacy, fertility treatments, or other family planning.

Flexible PTO

Go ahead and plan your next big getaway. When you join, you'll have flexible PTO if you work in the United States.

Pet Insurance

Your furry babies deserve the best care, too! We’ll help you save on vet expenses for accidents, illnesses, and more through our pet insurance benefit.

Gym Reimbursement

Whether it’s cardio, yoga, or training for a marathon, we’ll reimburse part of your gym membership once you enroll in a health insurance plan. All you need to do is find your favorite gym.

Financial Planning

We’ll help you plan for your financial future and success. From 401(k) matching to programs such as Origin Financial, we’ll set you up for future healthy financial habits and goals.

Commuter Benefits

No matter how you commute to and from the office, we want to help you lower costs. Once you join, you’ll have access to our commuter benefits to help you save money on your daily commute.

Tuition Reimbursement

We want you to expand your knowledge and continue learning within your career through our Tuition Reimbursement Program. Eligible team members can receive tuition reimbursement for educational courses related to their positions or another position at DraftKings.