Training and Development Intern

Virginia Green’s Summer Internship Program gives students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, learn from experienced professionals, and contribute to real projects across a variety of departments.

Help people grow while building your own career. As a Training and Development Intern at Virginia Green, you’ll support learning initiatives, explore how effective training is created and delivered, and see the role development plays in helping employees succeed.

The Highlights:

• Get paid to learn: Gain hands-on experience through a paid internship.
• Put your education into action: Work on real projects and contribute ideas that make a difference.
• Learn from experienced professionals: Build your skills with guidance, mentorship, and regular feedback.
• Explore your career path: Discover your strengths and learn about opportunities at Virginia Green.
• Build your network: Connect with team members and leaders across the company.
• Join a supportive team: Be part of a culture where questions are encouraged and your contributions are valued.

Day in the Life:

• Help develop training materials, presentations, e-learning modules, videos, and other learning resources.
• Partner with subject matter experts to create content that supports employee development and company goals.
• Organize and maintain a learning library so employees can find and use resources.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of our Learning Management System (LMS).
• Assist with tracking training participation and gathering feedback to evaluate programs.
• Research learning and development trends and share ideas to improve training resources.
• Create internal communications and promotional materials to encourage employees to use the learning library.
• Support new hire onboarding and explore other areas of Human Resources.

Qualifications/ Requirements:

• Current college student in good standing, ideally entering your junior or senior year and pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Education, Organizational Development, Instructional Design, or a related field.
• An interest in employee development, instructional design, or content creation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate with employees at different levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with adult learning principles is a plus; classroom or adult education experience is helpful.
• Ability to use a computer keyboard and monitor for extended periods.
• Ability to walk, stand, bend, reach, and twist as needed.
• Ability to lift approximately 15-20 pounds.

You Will Thrive Here If You:

• Are curious and eager to learn: Ask questions, explore new ideas, and build skills beyond the classroom.
• Enjoy putting ideas into action: Bring creativity and enthusiasm to real projects.
• Take pride in your work: Follow through on commitments and care about doing things well.
• Welcome teamwork and feedback: Collaborate with others and use guidance to grow.
• Want to explore your future: Gain experience, build connections, and discover where your interests can take you.