Workforce Development & Training Intern (College)

THE POSITION

Are you passionate about learning, organizational development, and making a meaningful impact in the workplace? Join our dynamic team as a Workforce Development and Training Intern, where you will play a pivotal role in advancing the department’s strategic initiatives through research, content creation, instructional design, recruitment, and employee engagement. This internship offers a unique opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects while gaining hands-on experience in workforce development practices, adult learning principles, and organizational culture enhancement, all within a collaborative and supportive environment designed to foster your professional growth. Join our team today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As an Workforce Development & Training Intern, you will contribute to meaningful projects that foster employee growth, improve workplace learning experiences, and strengthen talent pipelines across the department. Key responsibilities include:

• Support the creation and facilitation of intern professional development sessions
• Research onboarding best practices for on-the-job learning and help outline a structured framework
• Design a “Teambuilding Activities” tile for the department’s intranet
• Update and enhance the development activities section of the learning library
• Research mentoring program models and assist in developing a framework for implementation

• Assist and attend career fairs and recruitment events
• Help post jobs on industry-specific recruiting platforms
• Support intern applicant screening and engagement
• Revamp the internships tile on the department’s intranet
• Maintain communication with potential candidates and reconnect when relevant roles open

• Learn video editing basics using Camtasia
• Assist in designing and developing employee learning sessions
• Gain experience with eLearning tools like Storyline360
• Learn adult learning principles for both web-based and instructor-led courses
• Serve as a producer for live virtual learning sessions
• Help set up classrooms for in-person training events
• Provide administrative support for assembling learning materials
• Learn to create pivot tables and analyze training metrics
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives

• Participate in career development and succession planning meetings
• Document key discussion points and contribute to follow-up actions

• Support the administration of the employee recognition program
• Research best practices for celebrating milestones, anniversaries, and birthdays

• Temporary, part-time, paid internship
• Work hours are flexible 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
• Note: You may be required to report occasionally to the Department Headquarters, located at the Finance Building in Harrisburg, PA

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Communications, Organizational Development, Education, Psychology, or a related field
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Interest in workplace learning, instructional design, or talent development
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Camtasia or Storyline360 is a plus
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to learn

• You must possess a valid driver’s license.
• You must reside in Pennsylvania for the entirety of the internship.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

• Your application must include a resume.
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

• Eligibility rules apply.