Learning and Development Intern-HR

Learning and Development Intern-HR Show Map Location 2352 S. Park Street, Suite 303, Madison, WI, 53713, United States Base Pay $15.00 - $18.00 / Hour Job Category Human Resources Employee Type Intern - Part Time Contact information Phone 6082106845 Email recruiting@wedc.org Description Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Position Description Position Title: Learning and Development Intern-HR Department: Human Resources Reports to: Director of Learning Position(s) Supervised: None FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Internship Duration: June 2026 - May 2027 *WEDC is a Wisconsin-based organization, with a remote-work first environment. Remote work is intended to be performed in the State of Wisconsin. Position Summary The Learning and Development Intern-HR cooperates with the Learning Team to create, manage, organize, and present company Learning classes, programs, meetings, and achieve company-specific Learning goals. The primary responsibilities of this role include maintaining existing training documents and programs, assisting with and scheduling learning events, and maintaining the Learning Calendar. The Learning and Development Intern-HR will also have the opportunity to work in other areas of HR and will coordinate/lead Learning and HR projects as needed. Responsibilities The Learning and Development Intern-HR will spend a majority of the time in these activities: Communicating with internal staff about Learning Events and classes. Managing the messages, meetings, and information shared in the Training Inbox and other channels associated with Learning, like Microsoft Teams. Coordinating with Divisional Leaders who are acting as facilitators for upcoming training programs. Collaborating with the team to maintain the eLearning (LMS) system including: Scheduling events and classes to appear on the WEDC Learning Calendar, Assigning Learning Classes and Required Learning content to Employees, Managing class rosters including recording attendance and completion status for Employees, Developing Learning and Compliance reports to be shared with Employees and Managers which will track and report on Employee learning progress Processing procurement cases related to Training programs, guest speakers, events, supplies, and off-site training or professional development provided by 3rd party vendors. Research and produce learning content for training modules and the learning newsletter. Preparing Learning Aids to support training programs. Setting up meeting rooms and classes with necessary equipment and student supplies Creating visual, audio, and interactive learning tools Assisting with New Hire Orientation including facilitation of the New Hire Orientation presentation, WEDC systems demonstrations, New Hire Paperwork and I9 process, and other New Hire required activities. Documenting, reviewing, and organizing training systems procedures and supporting documentation for training programs and systems (Creating Procedures and Work Instructions). Updating/maintaining the Human Resources Handbook and New Hire Onboarding Guide. Supporting the Human Resource Department with programs, initiatives, etc. Providing outstanding customer service to internal staff and external business partners. Other projects and responsibilities as assigned. Requirements Education and Experience: Past and/or current enrollment or recent completion of Human Resources related degree or coursework. Skills and Talents: Ability to analyze situations, solve problems, and complete tasks by using informed judgement, related experience, and recommending effective solutions. Can review documents and information to find mistakes and correct them. Excited and willing to work in a team environment and achieve team goals Familiarity with Microsoft office suite of products like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and willing to learn to use other software or applications associated with assigned work. Enjoys communicating verbally and in writing to communicate messages and information to others Can keep confidences and use discretion to protect Employees and Employee Information Other Requirements Based on the responsibilities of this position, this position may need to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Occasional travel to the main office is expected based on role responsibilities, as well as for collaboration and team-building opportunities, depending on the employee’s schedule and business needs Summary WEDC DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION & BELONGING STATEMENT WEDC must be a diverse and inclusive organization reflective of the businesses, communities, and people in Wisconsin and beyond. We believe that diversity drives innovation and commit to create an inclusive, equitable and diverse workplace where our differences are celebrated as drivers of our organization’s performance. TO SUPPORT A DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE WORKFORCE AT WEDC, WE WILL WORK TO ACHIEVE THE FOLLOWING GOALS: Increase WEDC’s racial diversity, specifically with Black/African American, Native American and Latinx populations; Increase LGBTQ representation across WEDC; and Increase the diversity of WEDC’s leadership. TO MEET OUR DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION GOALS, WEDC WILL TAKE THE FOLLOWING ACTIONS: Create an intentional approach to recruit minority candidates by using targeted media channels to promote open positions; Ensure formal offers are made only after a diverse pool of candidates have been considered at each hiring stage; Identify and develop a variety of employee resource groups, including groups for African Americans, Hispanics and Latinos, LGBTQ+ and more; Post signage to highlight WEDC’s commitment to diversity and inclusion; and Revisit EEO disclosures in our application process to highlight statements regarding WEDC’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution and EEO/Affirmative Action Employer committed to excellence through diversity. Employment offers are made on the basis of qualifications, and without regard to race, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, age, veteran status, or sexual orientation. Veteran Declaration Applicants for employment are invited to participate in affirmative action program by reporting their status as a protected veteran or other minority. In extending this invitation, we advise you that: (a) workers (applicants) are under no obligation to respond but may do so in the future if they choose; (b) responses will remain confidential within the human resource department; and (c) responses will be used only for the necessary information. 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