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Position Summary
The Instructional Design Intern will support the Training Department in developing, organizing, and delivering high-quality learning materials that align with departmental goals and operational procedures. This role offers hands-on experience in instructional design, technical writing, and training logistics. The intern will assist in creating and formatting training content, updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and supporting trainers during live sessions. Additionally, the intern will help prepare and print training materials, ensuring they are accessible and aligned with RMV standards. This position is ideal for individuals pursuing a career in instructional design, adult education, or organizational development, offering exposure to real-world training operations and cross-departmental collaboration.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in the design and development of training materials, including presentations, job aids, and eLearning content.
- Support the review, formatting, and organization of SOPs to ensure clarity, consistency, and accessibility.
- Prepare, print, and assemble training materials for in-person and virtual sessions.
- Provide logistical and facilitation support to trainers during live training events.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts and training staff to ensure instructional content aligns with departmental goals and approved practices.
- Help maintain training documentation and version control within SharePoint or the Learning Management System (LMS).
Pre-Hire Process
Upon a conditional offer of employment, applicants must agree to and successfully satisfy: (i) a comprehensive name-based and fingerprint-based background check of his/her state and federal criminal history records information from all U.S. states, the District of Columbia and certain U.S. Territories and from some foreign nations; (ii) an employment reference check, and (iii) a satisfactory review of his/her driving records to be eligible for this position.
About MassDOT
The 4,000+ employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) take great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s culture and career opportunities can be found at mass.gov/massdot-careers.
MassDOT’s divisions include Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions.
Qualifications
Minimum Entrance Requirements
This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply.
All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.
Please provide a complete, accurate and current resume/application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position.
- For questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at talentacquisition@dot.state.ma.us.
- For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857-368-4722.
- For a disability-related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call ADA Coordinator, Lucy Bayard, at 857-274-1935.
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
Official Title: Contracted Student Interns
Primary Location
: United States-Massachusetts-200 Newport Ave Ext Quincy
Job
: Administrative Services
Agency
: Massachusetts Department of Transportation
Schedule
: Full-time
Shift
: Day
Job Posting
: Oct 29, 2026, 2:53:10 PM
Number of Openings
: 1
Salary
: 20.00 - 25.00 Hourly
If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Derrick Mann - 8573688541
Bargaining Unit: Non
Confidential: No
Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: Yes
Position Summary
The Instructional Design Intern will support the Training Department in developing, organizing, and delivering high-quality learning materials that align with departmental goals and operational procedures. This role offers hands-on experience in instructional design, technical writing, and training logistics. The intern will assist in creating and formatting training content, updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and supporting trainers during live sessions. Additionally, the intern will help prepare and print training materials, ensuring they are accessible and aligned with RMV standards. This position is ideal for individuals pursuing a career in instructional design, adult education, or organizational development, offering exposure to real-world training operations and cross-departmental collaboration.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in the design and development of training materials, including presentations, job aids, and eLearning content.
- Support the review, formatting, and organization of SOPs to ensure clarity, consistency, and accessibility.
- Prepare, print, and assemble training materials for in-person and virtual sessions.
- Provide logistical and facilitation support to trainers during live training events.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts and training staff to ensure instructional content aligns with departmental goals and approved practices.
- Help maintain training documentation and version control within SharePoint or the Learning Management System (LMS).
Pre-Hire Process
Upon a conditional offer of employment, applicants must agree to and successfully satisfy: (i) a comprehensive name-based and fingerprint-based background check of his/her state and federal criminal history records information from all U.S. states, the District of Columbia and certain U.S. Territories and from some foreign nations; (ii) an employment reference check, and (iii) a satisfactory review of his/her driving records to be eligible for this position.
About MassDOT
The 4,000+ employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) take great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s culture and career opportunities can be found at mass.gov/massdot-careers.
MassDOT’s divisions include Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions.
Qualifications
Minimum Entrance Requirements
This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply.
All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.
Please provide a complete, accurate and current resume/application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position.
- For questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at talentacquisition@dot.state.ma.us.
- For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857-368-4722.
- For a disability-related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call ADA Coordinator, Lucy Bayard, at 857-274-1935.
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
Official Title: Contracted Student Interns
Primary Location
: United States-Massachusetts-200 Newport Ave Ext Quincy
Job
: Administrative Services
Agency
: Massachusetts Department of Transportation
Schedule
: Full-time
Shift
: Day
Job Posting
: Oct 29, 2026, 2:53:10 PM
Number of Openings
: 1
Salary
: 20.00 - 25.00 Hourly
If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Derrick Mann - 8573688541
Bargaining Unit: Non
Confidential: No
Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: Yes
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Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Science & Research
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in instructional design specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in instructional design, education, or a related field
- Hands-on experience with Articulate Storyline or Rise authoring tools
- Proficiency administering or configuring a learning management system
- Demonstrated ability to apply ADDIE or SAM instructional design models
- Strong written communication skills for storyboards and facilitator guides
- Experience collaborating with subject matter experts to develop course content
Tips for Your Instructional Design Specialist Job Search
Tailor your portfolio to the sector
Corporate L&D hiring managers want to see business-impact examples, while higher education teams prioritize pedagogical rigor. Organize your portfolio into separate sections by context so reviewers immediately find samples relevant to their environment.
List authoring tools precisely on your resume
Write the exact tool names and versions you've used, such as Articulate Storyline 360, Adobe Captivate, or Lectora, rather than a generic 'eLearning software' label. Applicant tracking systems filter by these strings, and vague entries get screened out before a human sees them.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists instructional design specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Show measurable learning outcomes in applications
Describe course completions, assessment pass rates, or time-to-proficiency reductions you've achieved. Employers distinguish instructional designers who measure effectiveness from those who only produce deliverables, so quantifying impact makes your materials immediately stand out.
Prep for a live design challenge in interviews
Many instructional design specialist interviews include a take-home or whiteboard task where you outline a short module from a rough brief. Practice articulating your ADDIE or SAM decision-making out loud, because reviewers care as much about your process as the finished product.
Negotiate scope before accepting an offer
Clarify whether the role is solo production, part of a team, or involves vendor management before you accept. Instructional design specialist titles cover wildly different workloads, and understanding the actual scope protects you from mismatched expectations on day one.
Instructional Design Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most instructional design specialists?
The companies hiring the most instructional design specialists right now include Johns Hopkins University, Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling, and Virginia Commonwealth University, with the largest share of openings in Virginia, Illinois, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is concentrated in healthcare systems, large enterprises with internal L&D teams, and government contractors.
How many instructional design specialist jobs are remote?
About 68% of instructional design specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, making it one of the more remote-friendly roles in the learning and development field. eLearning development and curriculum writing positions tend to be the most remote-compatible, while facilitation-heavy or onsite training coordinator roles typically require in-person presence.
How do you become an instructional design specialist?
Most instructional design specialists start with a degree in education, communications, or a related field, then build proficiency in at least one major authoring tool like Articulate Storyline. Building a portfolio of sample courses, earning a recognized credential such as the ATD Certified Professional in Talent Development, and gaining experience through contract or freelance projects before pursuing full-time roles is a common path into the field.
Can you get hired as an instructional design specialist with little experience?
Yes, entry-level instructional design specialist roles exist, particularly in higher education, nonprofits, and companies building out new L&D functions. Hiring managers at this level prioritize a strong portfolio over years of experience, so creating two or three polished sample modules that demonstrate your design process, use of a standard authoring tool, and understanding of adult learning principles can substitute for a formal work history.
What does the instructional design specialist interview process look like?
The process typically includes an initial screening call, a portfolio review with the hiring manager or L&D team, and a practical design exercise where you outline or build a short module from a brief. Some employers add a stakeholder role-play to assess how you gather requirements from subject matter experts. Final rounds often involve a panel with HR, a direct manager, and sometimes a business unit leader whose team you would support.
Where can I find and apply to instructional design specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to instructional design specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, specialization, and preferred work arrangement, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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