Service Desk Specialist Intern

2 months ago

Lagos State, Nigeria Heunets Full-time
Job description
Job Type: Full-time
Working experience: No Experience
Remote: Remote

We are seeking motivated and detail-oriented Service Desk Specialist Interns to join our Service Delivery Team. This internship offers hands-on experience in service delivery operations, talent sourcing, vendor coordination, client support, onboarding, and workforce fulfilment.

As a Service Desk Specialist Intern, you will work closely with our Service Delivery leadership team to support client resource requests, engage technical professionals, maintain operational records, and contribute to delivering high-quality services to clients across various industries.

This role is ideal for students, recent graduates, or early-career professionals interested in Talent Acquisition, Service Delivery Management, Workforce Operations, Technical Recruiting, or IT Services.

Key Responsibilities

Service Request Support

  • Review and process incoming service requests under the guidance of the Service Desk Manager.
  • Assist with tracking request progress and maintaining accurate status updates.
  • Monitor assigned tasks and ensure timely follow-up on outstanding activities.

Talent Sourcing & Resource Coordination

  • Support sourcing efforts by identifying and engaging qualified candidates, contractors, and vendors for client projects.
  • Assist in screening profiles against client requirements.
  • Maintain and update talent pipelines, vendor databases, and sourcing records.
  • Conduct preliminary outreach to potential resources.

Onboarding & Resource Support

  • Assist with onboarding activities for newly engaged resources.
  • Support documentation collection, orientation scheduling, and process coordination.
  • Help ensure resources have the necessary information and support for successful project deployment.

Documentation & Reporting

  • Maintain accurate records in CRM, ATS, and internal systems.
  • Prepare weekly progress updates and sourcing reports.
  • Ensure all activities, communications, and status updates are properly documented.

Communication & Relationship Management

  • Communicate professionally with candidates, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
  • Support relationship-building efforts with contractors and partner vendors.
  • Help gather feedback to improve onboarding and service delivery experiences.

SLA & Process Compliance

  • Support adherence to service-level agreements (SLAs) and operational procedures.
  • Assist in identifying delays, escalations, and process bottlenecks.
  • Contribute ideas for operational improvements and workflow optimization.

Continuous Learning

  • Participate in training programs, team meetings, and knowledge-sharing sessions.
  • Develop understanding of workforce solutions, service delivery operations, and recruitment processes.
  • Stay informed on industry trends, sourcing techniques, and service management best practices.

Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
  • Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Nice-to-Have

  • Previous internship, volunteer, or campus leadership experience.
  • Knowledge of recruiting, talent acquisition, customer service, or service operations.
  • Familiarity with CRM, ATS, or project management tools.
  • Interest in workforce solutions, IT staffing, service delivery, or consulting.

What You'll Gain

  • Real-world experience in Service Delivery Operations.
  • Exposure to Talent Acquisition and Workforce Fulfillment processes.
  • Hands-on experience with CRM, ATS, and operational systems.
  • Professional mentorship from experienced Service Delivery leaders.