What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Design Intern position at State of Iowa - Executive Branch?
Job Description
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
We Are Looking For An Intern Who Demonstrates
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
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
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
- 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 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