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Learning & Development Intern

Tennessee State Government

Department: Finance & Administration, Learning & Development (L&D)

Location: Nashville, TN (Hybrid)

Compensation: Paid internship — $20/hour

Application Deadline: October 11, 2026

Internship Start: Early October

🌟 Make an Impact. Learn by Doing. Grow Your Career.

Are you a curious, creative student who enjoys helping people learn? Do you like designing presentations, exploring new technology, and collaborating with others? If so, this internship offers real opportunities to build your skills and create meaningful learning experiences for State of Tennessee employees.

The Tennessee Department of Finance & Administration is seeking a dependable and motivated Learning & Development Intern to support training initiatives that help public servants thrive. No formal training experience is required — bring your interest, your ideas, and your willingness to learn.

This hybrid internship provides a supportive, hands-on environment where you’ll contribute directly to real projects while growing professionally.

💡 What You’ll Gain

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Real-world experience supporting learning programs across state government.
A portfolio of presentations, job aids, and digital learning materials.
Exposure to instructional design, adult learning, LMS administration, and AI in training.
Opportunities to strengthen communication, facilitation, and project coordination skills.
Mentorship from experienced L&D professionals.
Insight into career paths in training, HR, organizational development, and learning technologies.

🔍 Are You a Great Fit?

🎯 What You’ll Do

In this role, you’ll support the L&D team by:

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Assisting with planning and delivering virtual and in-person training.
Creating presentations, job aids, facilitator guides, and quick-reference materials.
Helping develop and update online learning modules.
Supporting trainers before, during, and after sessions.
Facilitating activities, workshops, and demonstrations.
Researching L&D trends, AI tools, and adult learning practices.
Turning complex information into clear, accessible content.
Supporting communication, registration, attendance tracking, and evaluations.
Reviewing data and feedback to help improve training programs.
Maintaining course materials, calendars, and resources.

📚 Minimum Qualifications

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Currently enrolled in a Tennessee college or university in education, instructional design, HR, communications, business, psychology, technology, or related fields.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Basic familiarity with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
Ability to learn new technology and complete tasks accurately and on time.
Ability to work collaboratively in a professional environment.
Helpful but not required: Canva, LMS experience, Articulate 360/Rise, video editing, Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, or other AI tools.

🗓 Internship Details

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Location: Hybrid (equipment provided)
Hours: ~5–15 hours/week, flexible around your class schedule
Duration: 6 months with possible extension
Start Date: Early October

🔒 Background Check

A criminal background check is required for this position. You may be asked to provide additional information regarding past history.

🌈 Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Tennessee is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment based on race, color, national origin, age (40+), sex, pregnancy, religion, creed, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category.