Placement Matching Specialist (Fully Remote)

Join the fast-paced, rapidly expanding Placements Team at Virtual Internships, where we’re guaranteeing remote internships for students worldwide. As a Placement Matching Specialist, your mission is to match interns with global companies by using creativity, persuasion, and relentless drive.

Location: Remote (US preferred, working predominantly in U.S. business hours)

Responsibilities

• Securing global opportunities by placing interns with innovative companies across industries and time zones.
• Leading the conversation in virtual meetings to present our interns and highlight the value of our internship programs.
• Building lasting partnerships by advising companies on intern selection and supporting them throughout the process.
• Sourcing smart through LinkedIn, cold outreach, creative networking, and any method that gets results.
• Keeping placements on track by managing key administrative steps to ensure a smooth and efficient process.

Requirements

• Fluency in English (IELTS 7.0+ preferred).
• 1-3 years of experience in recruitment, sales, or similar roles where persuasion is key.
• Experience working remotely or with global teams.
• A passion for technology and the ability to quickly learn and navigate new systems.
• A history of working in fast-paced environments with ambitious goals.
• Cultural awareness and adaptability, especially if you’ve studied, lived, or worked abroad.
• Proven ability to hustle, meet targets, and deliver results under pressure.

Benefits

• Remote-First: All roles at VI are currently and will remain remote - flexibility to work from anywhere.
• Flexible Working Hours: Start earlier, leave earlier, take a shorter lunch, or leave later, it's totally up to you.
• Annual Leave: 25 days of paid annual leave per year, plus bank holidays and 5 sick days.
• Life Event Leave: 5 days of paid life-event leave for personal occasions, plus a day off on your birthday.