Junior Recruiter & University Relations (Quantum Computing) · Rigetti Computing

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:54:26 GMT
Engineering

Rigetti Computing · Berkeley, CA · $100,000-120,000 per year · hybrid
Job Title: Junior Recruiter & University Relations (Quantum Computing) We are looking for a Junior Recruiter to support our recruiting operations while developing long-term ownership of University and Early Career hiring. This role is well-suited for a recruiter who thrives in structured execution, enjoys working with deeply technical teams and is motivated to learn and grow in a highly specialized environment. This role focuses on reliable execution, operational excellence, and skill development. The recruiter will work under the guidance of senior recruiters and leadership while independently owning defined recruiting activities and workflows, with increasing scope over time. Responsibilities: Recruiting Operations & Coordination * Own interview scheduling for technical roles, coordinating across candidates, hiring managers, interviewers, and recruiting partners * Maintain accurate, compliant, and well-organized candidate records in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) * Support job postings, candidate communications, interview logistics, and offer coordination * Ensure a high-quality candidate experience through timely communication and operational follow-through * Identify and flag scheduling risks, process gaps, or data quality issues to senior team members University & Early Career Recruiting * Support and gradually take ownership of University Recruiting programs, including internships and entry-level technical roles * Partner with senior teammates to engage with universities, research programs, student organizations, and early-career talent communities * Assist with planning and execution of career fairs, campus visits, conferences, and virtual information sessions, including occasional travel to support outreach and hiring initiatives * Support creation and management of recruiting materials and event supplies, such as swag, handouts, presentations, and branded collateral, in partnership with Recruiting and Marketing teams * Help manage intern and early-career hiring workflows from requisition through conversion * Track and report on early-career recruiting metrics (e.g., pipeline health, interview outcomes, conversion rates) Collaboration & Process Improvement * Work closely with recruiters, hiring managers, and People team partners to support headcount planning and hiring priorities * Contribute to continuous improvement of recruiting processes, templates, documentation, and tools * Support special projects such as ATS clean-up & integrations, reporting improvements, or early-career program enhancements Required Qualifications * 2-4 years of experience in recruiting, recruiting coordination, or talent operations * Familiarity with an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) (e.g., Lever, Greenhouse, Workday) * Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage high-volume scheduling and operational tasks * Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal * Ability to partner effectively with highly technical stakeholders (e.g., engineering, research, manufacturing teams) * Demonstrated attention to detail and accountability for deliverables * Interest in quantum computing, physics, engineering, or advanced manufacturing environments Nice-to-Haves * Academic background in or familiarity with fields such as physics, engineering, materials science, or computer science * Exposure to recruiting for technical roles in hardware, research, or lab-based environments * Experience supporting internship, co-op, or new-graduate hiring programs * Experience coordinating interviews across multiple time zones * Experience in a startup, scale-up, or research-driven environment Additional Information As engineering leaders, we value diversity and are committed to building a culture of inclusion to attract and engage innovative thinkers. Our technology, meant to serve all of humanity, cannot succeed if those who built it do not mirror the diversity of the communities we serve. Applications from women, minorities, and other under-represented groups are encouraged.