Harvard University’s DOD SkillBridge Program Partnership
Harvard University is proud to be an authorized Department of Defense (DOD) SkillBridge Program industry partner organization. At Harvard, we are committed to supporting and creating opportunities for veterans, service members, and the extended military community. We recognize the value and alignment of service members’ skills to Harvard’s leadership-oriented culture and, through this partnership, aim to provide a bridge between military service and civilian careers.
What is SkillBridge?
SkillBridge connects transitioning service members with opportunities to gain civilian work experience through specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last months of service. Those who participate receive military compensation and benefits in addition to the valuable experience provided by the partner organization.
For more information on the DOD SkillBridge program, visit the DOD's SkillBridge website.
Program Eligibility Requirements
To participate in Harvard’s DOD SkillBridge internship program, you must meet the minimum eligibility requirements as listed on the DOD's SkillBridge FAQ site. In addition to these requirements, you must also commit to:
- Participation in the entire 120-day Harvard SkillBridge internship duration
- A hybrid work format, with some work performed on-site in Cambridge, MA and some performed remotely
Available Opportunities
Associate Talent Acquisition Consultant
Harvard is seeking SkillBridge internship participants to join our Talent Acquisition and Outreach team in the role of Associate Talent Acquisition Consultant. This role will provide an enriching experience designed to prepare you to be a full lifecycle talent acquisition professional in an academic or corporate setting – including how to develop a job description, evaluate candidate application materials, conduct effective interviews, work with hiring managers, interface with candidates, and much more.
The duration of this internship is 120 days. The work format is hybrid, with some work performed on-site in Cambridge, Massachusetts and some performed remotely.
Over the course of your internship, you’ll learn:
- About the talent acquisition process at Harvard University, including applicable employment laws, regulations, and internal Harvard policies
- How to use various talent acquisition and HR-related systems and tools
- How to execute, manage, and oversee a recruitment and hiring process from beginning to end
- How to build effective relationships with various stakeholders including candidates, hiring managers, and internal colleagues
You’ll also benefit from active training, coaching, and mentoring through continuous opportunities for feedback and assessment to ensure your success.
The full job description can be found here: Harvard DOD SkillBridge Job Description
Apply Today!
For more information or questions regarding Harvard’s DOD SkillBridge program, please feel free to email us at hhr_skillbridgeprogram@harvard.edu.
