Talent Acquisition Intern

Data is at the core of modern business, yet many teams struggle with its overwhelming volume and complexity. At Atlan, we’re changing that. As the world’s first active metadata platform, we help organisations transform data chaos into clarity and seamless collaboration.

From Fortune 500 leaders to hyper-growth startups, from automotive innovators redefining mobility to healthcare organisations saving lives, and from Wall Street powerhouses to Silicon Valley trailblazers — we empower ambitious teams across industries to unlock the full potential of their data.

Recognised as leaders by Gartner and Forrester and backed by Insight Partners, Atlan is at the forefront of reimagining how humans and data work together. Joining us means becoming part of a movement to shape a future where data drives extraordinary outcomes.

About Atlan

Atlan is the metadata operating system for modern data teams. We help companies like WeWork, Plaid, Postman, and Cisco manage the chaos of their data ecosystems by bringing trust, collaboration, and delight back into the data experience.

We’re building the future of data collaboration, and that starts with building a world-class team. Hiring the right people is core to our mission — and that’s where you come in.

Why this role?

Atlan is looking for a Talent Acquisition Intern to help us find and engage the next generation of world-class Atlanians. You’ll work closely with our recruiting team to find exceptional candidates, design delightful candidate experiences, and help scale our hiring processes.

If you’ve ever been curious about what it takes to build teams at a fast-growing global startup — this internship is a chance to learn, experiment, and make a real impact.

What will you do?

• Sourcing & Research: Find creative ways to identify and engage top talent across functions like Engineering, Product, and Design.
  

• Candidate Experience: Help design and deliver empathetic, human-first communication at every step of the process.
  

• Operational Excellence: Track candidate pipelines, spot bottlenecks, and suggest improvements using data.
  

• Hiring Projects: Take ownership of specific hiring projects — from sourcing to scheduling to closing the loop with candidates.
  

• Innovation: Experiment with new ideas in recruiting (e.g., automation, or creative outreach campaigns).
  

What makes you a great fit?

We value problem-solving skills and the ability to work well with people, and while prior internship experience in recruiting or HR operations is a big plus, it’s not a mandatory requirement to succeed in this role.

• Problem Solving: You’re resourceful and can figure things out even with limited instructions.
  

• Communication: You can write clear, empathetic messages and engage confidently with people.
  

• Ownership & Hustle: You take tasks to the finish line, proactively update stakeholders, and don’t drop the ball.
  

• Growth Mindset: You’re curious, open to feedback, and eager to learn new things.
  

• Collaboration & Culture Fit: You care about teamwork, share credit, and prioritize the candidate’s experience.
  

• Analytical Curiosity (Bonus): You notice patterns in data and use insights to suggest improvements.
  

What will you learn?

• The end-to-end recruiting lifecycle — from sourcing to interviews to offer management.
  

• How to design candidate experiences that stand out in a competitive talent market.
  

• Practical exposure to tools and workflows that power recruiting at global startups.
  

• How world-class data teams are built and scaled across geographies.

Why Atlan for You?

At Atlan, we believe the future belongs to the humans of data. From curing diseases to advancing space exploration, data teams are powering humanity's greatest achievements. Yet, working with data can be chaotic—our mission is to transform that experience. We're reimagining how data teams collaborate by building the home they deserve, enabling them to create winning data cultures and drive meaningful progress.

Joining Atlan means:

1. Ownership from Day One: Whether you're an intern or a full-time teammate, you’ll own impactful projects, chart your growth, and collaborate with some of the best minds in the industry.

2. Limitless Opportunities: At Atlan, your growth has no boundaries. If you’re ready to take initiative, the sky’s the limit.

3. A Global Data Community: We’re deeply embedded in the modern data stack, contributing to open-source projects, sponsoring meet-ups, and empowering team members to grow through conferences and learning opportunities.

As a fast-growing, fully remote company trusted by global leaders like Cisco, Nasdaq, and HubSpot, we’re creating a category-defining platform for data and AI governance. Backed by top investors, we’ve achieved 7X revenue growth in two years and are building a talented team spanning 15+ countries.

If you’re ready to do your life’s best work and help shape the future of data collaboration, join Atlan and become part of a mission to empower the humans of data to achieve more, together.

We are an equal opportunity employer
At Atlan, we’re committed to helping data teams do their lives’ best work. We believe that diversity and authenticity are the cornerstones of innovation, and by embracing varied perspectives and experiences, we can create a workplace where everyone thrives. Atlan is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.