Instructional Design Intern

Instructional Design Intern

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Instructional Design Intern to support the development of engaging online learning experiences for employees across our organization. This internship provides hands-on experience designing and building eLearning modules, collaborating with subject matter experts, and translating technical information into clear, learner-friendly content.

This is an excellent opportunity for students interested in instructional design, learning and development, adult education, or educational technology to apply classroom knowledge in a real-world setting.

The ability to communicate verbally and in writing is a must with experience in instructional design. The ideal candidate will be able to:

• Assist in the design and development of online training modules
• Collaborate with instructional designers and subject matter experts to gather and organize content
• Translate technical or complex information into clear, engaging learning experiences for non-technical audiences
• Apply instructional design principles and adult learning best practices to course development
• Create interactive learning elements such as knowledge checks, scenarios, and multimedia components
• Review and revise course content for clarity, consistency, accessibility, and quality
• Support updates and improvements to existing training materials

Participate in project meetings and contribute creative ideas to enhance learner engagement

We are looking for an intern who demonstrates:

• Self-starter mindset with the ability to manage tasks independently
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work
• Ability to understand technical content and creatively transform it into learning that is clear and engaging for non-technical audiences
• Curiosity and willingness to learn new tools and processes
• Strong written communication and organizational skills
• Creativity balanced with practicality and learner focus
• Openness to feedback and collaborative teamwork

What You'll Gain:

• Hands-on experience developing real-world eLearning courses
• Exposure to the full instructional design process
• Portfolio-ready project samples
• Mentorship from experienced learning and development professionals
• Experience collaborating with subject matter experts and organizational stakeholders

This position is located in Ames in the Employee Development Bureau. To qualify, students must be currently enrolled; majoring in a program related to the position.

This is a full-time paid internship during the summer, with the possibility of part-time hours (up to 20/week) during the fall semester.

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Learning & Development, Education, Communications, or a related field
• Familiarity with eLearning concepts or instructional design models (ADDIE, backward design, etc.)
• Interest in online learning development and digital training tools
• Experience with Articulate Rise 360 or similar eLearning tools is preferred but not required