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Lokal App

Hyperlocal vernacular content platform

Talent Acquisition Intern

InternshipUpdated on 10/23/2026
No salary listed
Bachelor's
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
In PersonOnsite in Bengaluru.
People & HRGeneralist Recruiting

About the job

Requirements
  • Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
  • Have a strong interest in Talent Acquisition and Recruitment.
  • Have strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Have interpersonal skills to build relationships with candidates and stakeholders.
  • Have organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, and Microsoft Office.
  • Be willing to take ownership and contribute proactively to hiring initiatives.
Responsibilities
  • Source and identify potential candidates through job portals, LinkedIn, social media, employee referrals, and other sourcing channels.
  • Screen resumes and conduct initial telephonic interviews to assess candidate fit based on role requirements.
  • Coordinate interview schedules between candidates and hiring managers while ensuring a seamless candidate experience.
  • Maintain and update candidate databases, hiring trackers, and recruitment reports accurately.
  • Assist in posting job openings across recruitment platforms and monitor application pipelines.
  • Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future hiring requirements.
  • Support employer branding initiatives, campus hiring activities, and recruitment events.
  • Communicate regularly with candidates regarding interview status, feedback, and onboarding processes.
  • Collaborate with hiring managers and cross-functional teams to understand hiring needs and recruitment priorities.
  • Assist with offer rollouts, documentation, and onboarding coordination for selected candidates.
Desired Qualifications
  • Have familiarity with LinkedIn, Naukri, or other recruitment platforms.

About the company

Lokal App is a hyperlocal platform delivering district-level content in vernacular languages for non-English speaking users in India’s Tier 2 and 3 towns, with local news, classifieds, jobs, real estate, matrimonial ads, price data, and government schemes. It works by aggregating content from local users and stringers, plus an in-app training program that allows residents to become contributors and earn money as digital reporters. Revenue comes from content-led digital marketing, local classifieds, and service fees, mirroring a newspaper’s income streams in a digital form. Its focus on vernacular, district-level information and a formal contributor network sets it apart from urban, English-dominated platforms, aiming to connect rural markets with brands and services while empowering local participants.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$29.8M

Headquarters

Bengaluru, India

Founded

2018

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What believers are saying

  • November 2025 launches of Sahi Jobs and AgriLokal expand monetizable verticals.
  • Forbes India reported FY25 revenues of ₹67.4 crore, showing real business traction.
  • Job postings in 2026 indicate active hiring across engineering, product, and growth teams.

What critics are saying

  • Lokal's 40-app sprawl in 2025 dilutes focus and burns capital fast.
  • Revenue concentration in SMB advertising faces pressure if local demand softens in 2026.
  • If Sahi Jobs and AgriLokal fail, Lokal loses its diversification thesis and funding story.

What makes Lokal App unique

  • Lokal's vernacular district-level distribution targets non-English Tier 2 and Tier 3 India.
  • The company now spans news, jobs, classifieds, farming, and social apps across languages.
  • AI-driven moderation and verified marketplaces differentiate Lokal from generic regional content apps.

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