What are the responsibilities and job description for the Talent Development Lead position at Cypress HCM?
Cypress HCM Emerging Talent Program
We are seeking a seasoned project manager to lead and refine our Emerging Talent & Student Internships program, ensuring a high-quality experience for interns, their managers, and teams. The ideal candidate will have a balance of operational excellence, cross-functional collaboration, and a deep understanding of what makes an internship program truly world-class.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the execution of all aspects of the summer internship program, from onboarding to performance management.
- Collaborate with internal teams to create a seamless onboarding process that sets interns up for success.
- Drive operational excellence in workflows for program participants or candidates.
- Coordinate programming operations and event logistics for onsite or virtual engagements.
- Partner with recruiters and cross-functional partners to facilitate tailored programming that meets the unique needs of diverse teams.
- Curate learning and development experiences that help interns understand the business, culture, and industry landscape.
- Use data-driven insights to continuously improve the program.
Requirements:
- A natural relationship builder who thrives on creating and nurturing long-term connections with students, internal stakeholders, university professors, and career services teams.
- An empathetic communicator with strong emotional intelligence (EQ), able to foster collaboration, trust, and confidence across diverse audiences.
- A skilled project manager with experience leading large-scale programs and initiatives.
- Comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels, from senior leaders to early-career talent.
- Possessing a genuine enthusiasm for coaching, mentoring, and guiding emerging talent.
