Staples is business to business. You’re what binds us together.

We’re searching for you: fresh talent with new ideas, innovation, passion, and drive to bring to Staples. We have student and graduate opportunities where you’ll help the Staples, Inc. organization be more successful and productive while building a purposeful career. Whether you are looking for a summer internship, co-op, or an entry-level role, we’ll help you develop the technical and soft skills you need to thrive in the future.

This Co-Op position requires you to be in a hybrid working model (at least 3 days in the office, and 2 days remote) based at the Staples, Inc. Corporate Headquarters in Framingham, MA.

Note: This Co-Op position is only eligible for students enrolled in the Northeastern University graduate program and the Tufts University graduate program.

Target Start Date: January 5, 2026-May 8, 2026 (4 months), FT Temp 40 HRS.  

Intern Pay Rate: $21 per hour 

Position Overview:

Are you passionate about helping students launch their careers? Join our dynamic Early Career University Recruiting team as a Co-Op and gain hands-on experience in university relations, event planning, candidate engagement, and inclusive hiring practices. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful work while developing your professional skills in a fast-paced, people-centered environment.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Manage a requisition load with guidance from the University Lead, supporting intern and early career hiring 
• Screen resumes, source candidates, and assist with initial assessments 
• Generate and extend offer letters in collaboration with the University Lead and hiring managers 
• Coordinate and schedule interviews across multiple business units and locations 
• Assist with planning and logistics for campus events and career fairs 
• Attend and support on-campus recruiting events 
• Conduct post-event outreach and follow-up with student leads 
• Respond to student inquiries and provide timely communication 
• Partner with the University Lead and hiring managers to understand staffing needs and provide updates 
• Contribute to employer branding efforts, including social media 
• Participate in special projects focused on process improvement and inclusive hiring

What’s Needed – Basic Qualifications:

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, and enrolled as a full-time student carrying a minimum of 12 college credits.
• Must be in your junior or senior year of undergrad 
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and time-management skills
• Strong attention to detail - crucial for managing candidate data and reviewing resumes
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, PowerPoint)

What’s Needed – Preferred Qualifications:

• A demonstrated interest in building inclusive pipelines for internships and entry-level positions
• Understanding of current employment laws, including OFCCP's guidelines for fair hiring practices 
• Enjoy working in teams and being highly communicative
• Able to multitask and be flexible to new initiatives

Chez Staples, « inclusion » est un mot d'action. Il représente ce que nous faisons pour garantir que tous les employés se sentent valorisés et soutenus afin de contribuer à leur plein potentiel. Lorsque nous opérons de manière inclusive, la diversité suit naturellement. C'est pourquoi nous travaillons dur pour favoriser une culture inclusive, car nous recherchons des employés ayant des perspectives uniques et variées et des domaines d'expertise divers. Le résultat est un meilleur environnement de travail et une réflexion innovante qui nous aide à dépasser les attentes de nos clients – grâce à la force des personnes derrière notre marque emblématique.

Staples est un employeur garantissant l'égalité des chances. Tous les candidats qualifiés seront pris en considération pour un emploi sans distinction de race, couleur, religion, âge, sexe, orientation sexuelle, identité de genre, origine nationale, statut de vétéran protégé, handicap ou toute autre base protégée par la loi fédérale, étatique ou locale.