Learning and Development Coordinator Internships

Learning and development coordinator internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience designing training programs, mentorship from working L&D coordinators, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Insurance and Manufacturing, with Simmons Foods, General Motors (GM), and Que Technology among the employers posting roles now.

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Open roles31
Top stateMichigan
Top employerSimmons Foods
Top cityWarren, MI
Work type50% Hybrid
Top industryInsurance

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Learning & Development Intern
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Learning & Development Intern
Patelco Credit Union
Dublin, California
Biotech & Life Sciences
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
501-1,000

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PT Remote Learning & Development Assistant (Internship Program)
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PT Remote Learning & Development Assistant (Internship Program)
Que Technology Group
Remote
Biotech & Life Sciences
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
Remote (US)

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Learning & Development Intern
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Learning & Development Intern
DP World
Charlotte, North Carolina
Accounting
Business Operations
Tax
Hybrid
10,000+

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Learning and Development Intern (one year - full time)
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Learning and Development Intern (one year - full time)
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Riverton, Utah
Biotech & Life Sciences
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
Hybrid
10,000+

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Part Time Remote Learning & Development Assistant (Internship Program)
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Part Time Remote Learning & Development Assistant (Internship Program)
Que Technology Group
Remote
Biotech & Life Sciences
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
Remote (US)

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Learning and Development Coordinator Internship Market

Who's Hiring

Simmons Foods3 open roles
General Motors (GM)3 open roles
Que Technology2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance
  • Manufacturing

Tips for Your Learning and Development Coordinator Internship Search

Apply earlier than you think necessary

Large employers open their summer L&D internship cohorts the preceding fall and close them months before the program starts. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to actual start dates, so openings appear throughout the year. Check listings consistently rather than waiting for a single recruiting season.

Build a portfolio of training materials you created

Hiring teams for L&D internships have little work history to evaluate, so give them something concrete. Document two or three projects showing the full arc from needs analysis to finished deliverable, whether that is a training module, facilitation guide, onboarding checklist, or e-learning storyboard, and make them easy to share.

Work your campus network alongside direct applications

Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied directly to your university, and professors with industry connections often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts at the same time widens the pool you reach beyond what any single channel covers.

Practice behavioral and design-scenario interviews out loud

L&D intern screens typically combine behavioral questions about how you approach adult learning with short scenario exercises asking you to outline a training solution for a given problem. Practice explaining your reasoning as you work through each scenario, not just your final answer, since interviewers weigh your thought process as heavily as the outcome.

Target structured rotational and university cohort programs

Larger organizations in HR-intensive industries run dedicated L&D internship pipelines designed to train people new to the field, rotating participants through instructional design, facilitation, and program evaluation functions. These programs recruit early and fill fast, so identify the ones aligned with your timeline and apply in the first round.

Set your work-type filter before you start searching

On-site roles are 17% of the learning and development coordinator internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start sorting through postings, then filter by location and work type on Migrate Mate so you only see roles you can actually accept.

Learning and Development Coordinator Internships: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a learning and development coordinator internship?

Lead with coursework and projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at this level. The concrete artifact that gives L&D recruiters something to assess is a training module, facilitation plan, or curriculum sample you built yourself. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.

Can a learning and development coordinator internship turn into a full-time job?

Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for L&D interns is performance on real project work, available headcount on the team, and how early you signal interest in returning. Position yourself by delivering quality outputs and asking about the return-offer process without counting on a specific outcome.

When should I apply for learning and development coordinator internships?

Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing cohorts before spring semester begins. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, which means openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly rather than waiting for a single season gives you the widest window.

Are learning and development coordinator internships paid?

Most professional learning and development coordinator internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location. Listings show pay where the employer chooses to disclose it, so check each posting directly for details on what the role offers.

What should a learning and development coordinator internship resume include?

Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three documented projects showing the instructional design tools, facilitation methods, or needs-analysis frameworks you used, with links to completed training materials, curriculum samples, or case studies where possible. Add relevant coursework in organizational development, instructional design, or HR. Keep the whole document to one page.

Are there remote learning and development coordinator internships?

Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 83% of the learning and development coordinator internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they draw applicants from across the country, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.

Can international students get learning and development coordinator internships?

Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.

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