Entry-Level Positions for Aspiring People Programs and Operations Coordinators
Entry-level HR and people operations roles often include "coordinator" in the title, such as "people ops coordinator" or "talent coordinator," with "talent and recruiting" terms often used interchangeably. Other entry-level options include "HR generalist" or "HR analyst," the latter often involving "managing the company's data," providing a valuable introduction to the field.
Entry-Level Jobs, Human Resources, People Operations, HR Analytics, Recruiting
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Michelle Lowry
People Programs & Ops Lead
Alphabet Inc. Company
University of California, Davis
N/A
Psychology
Aerospace, Aviation & Defense, Technology
Human Resources (HR)
Scholarship Recipient, Took Out Loans, Greek Life Member, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Entry-level roles often include "coordinator" in the title (e.g., People Ops Coordinator, Talent Coordinator).
2. Talent and recruiting are frequently used interchangeably in entry-level positions.
3. HR Analyst roles focus on system management and data handling, offering a good entry point into the field.
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What entry-level positions are there in this field that an undergraduate college student might consider?
Most entry-level roles in HR and People Operations have "coordinator" in the title. This could be a People Ops Coordinator or a Talent Coordinator if you're interested in recruiting. Talent and recruiting are often used interchangeably.
You might also see roles like HR Generalist or HR Analyst. Roles with "analyst" in the title often involve setting up or maintaining systems.
There are certain areas of HR that require experience, time, and understanding. Other areas focus on learning a system or tool and managing that for the company, or essentially managing the company's data. This can be a great introduction to the field and a way to get your foot in the door.