Talent Development Coordinator Internships
Talent development coordinator internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience designing training programs and onboarding materials, mentorship from working talent development professionals, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated in Technology & Software, with Merck, TikTok, and Moss among the employers posting roles now.
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Count on us. Our "we-care" culture is more than just a motto; it's a promise. From day one, we prioritize your growth, well-being, and success. You can count on us to support your career journey and help you achieve your professional goals. Join us.
Whether you intend to specialize or would rather gain exposure across many service lines, the sky’s the limit. From day one, we invite you to make a difference—to be remarkable.
Our management consulting team focuses on our clients’ critical business needs. Our integrated solution approach is designed to help enable and manage growth, leverage resources, and mitigate costs and risks. At Plante Moran, we have the privilege of serving clients and providing consultative services as they face challenges and seek new opportunities.
As part of the Talent and Organizational Development team, you will gain hands-on experience supporting initiatives that help business leaders attract, develop, and retain top talent. Working alongside experienced Talent and Organizational Development professionals, you will be engaged on projects that may include talent assessment, selection, employee development, and organizational development initiatives. You will have client exposure and build upon your skills within organizational psychology and consulting.
Your role.
No busy work here. As an intern, you’ll be treated just like our entry level staff. You’ll help instill confidence in organizations large and small by assuring their financial health. We’ll give you the flexibility to craft business solutions, not just spreadsheets. Your work will include, but not be limited to:
- Support the TOD organization by managing projects (assisting with research and analysis)
- Partner with the human resources team and consult with managers to assist in testing/assessments of new staff/candidates
- Support internal teams, staff in career development feedback sessions, and other internal organizational development projects
- Develop relationships internally and participate in networking/business development activities
- Provide written summaries, develop Power Point slides and thought leadership
- Participate in client engagements
- Additional related responsibilities and projects, as assigned
The qualifications.
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PHD in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, or Organizational Psychology, Statistics or related field
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications, including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
- Demonstrates curiosity, initiative, and a desire to learn and develop consulting and organizational development skills
- Academic success (a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0)
What makes us different?
On the surface, we’re one of the nation’s largest audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management firms. But dig a little deeper, and you’ll see what makes us different: we’re a relatively jerk-free firm (hey, nobody ‘s perfect) with a world-class culture, consistent recognition as one of Fortune Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For,” and an endless array of opportunities. At Plante Moran, diversity, equity and inclusion means that all staff members have equitable and fair opportunities to succeed, in an inclusive environment, with their individual, unique identities. So, what are you waiting for? Apply now.
Plante Moran enjoys a “Workplace for Your Day” model which, simply put, means we strive for flexibility and balance while staying true to our principally in-person model. We believe that face-to-face interactions are paramount for individual and collective development, but also encourage individuals to work with their supervisor and team to determine their optimal working environment each day.
Plante Moran is committed to a diverse workplace. We strive to create a culture where each person feels accepted and valued. We believe that each person’s ultimate potential begins with first acknowledging their inherent dignity. When we can recognize — and celebrate — our many human differences, we’re able to create a workplace where all staff feel a sense of belonging and an opportunity to succeed. This allows us to attract and retain the best talent, serve clients through diverse thinking, and better represent and support the various communities in which we live and work. Plante Moran is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Plante Moran maintains a drug-free workplace.
Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of interest in our positions, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, with the exception of qualified candidates who are bilingual in either Japanese and English or Chinese and English. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of Plante Moran.
The specific statements above are not intended to be all-inclusive.
We are pleased to offer eligible staff a robust benefits package. Eligibility and contribution requirements for some of these benefits vary based on the number of hours staff work per week. Highlights include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. In addition to this, eligible staff are able to take advantage of our Flexible Time Off and various pre-determined holidays, as well as a 401(k) plan, flexible benefits plans, business-related travel expense, lodging, and meal reimbursement for business-related use. A pension plan is also available for eligible administrative and paraprofessional staff. A discretionary bonus plan is available for eligible staff. Plante Moran also offers some contingent staff positions the option to elect health insurance in addition to limited paid sick time.
The compensation range reflects the base salary we reasonably expect to pay for this position across our offices in the following regions: CO, IL, OH, and MA. Please review the position description for the applicable geographic location. Generally, experienced hires are not hired at or near the maximum salary range, as compensation decisions take into account a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to: responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. For early career roles, including campus hires, we offer standardized, market-based starting salaries among individuals within the same hiring group. This approach ensures fairness and reflects current industry benchmarks for entry-level talent.
Under Colorado’s Job Application Fairness Act, you have the right to redact, from any documents that you submit in connection with your application, information that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Should you wish to exercise your right to redact such information, please redact it prior to submitting documentation.
The compensation range for this role in CO, IL, OH, and MA is: $33.00 - $36.00 per hour.
This application window is a good-faith estimate of the time that this posting will remain open. This deadline will be promptly updated if the deadline is extended.
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Tips for Your Talent Development Coordinator Internship Search
Apply in the fall for summer internships
Large employers with structured L&D or HR cohort programs open summer applications as early as September or October. If you wait until spring, the most competitive programs are already closed. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so check listings throughout the year.
Build portfolio artifacts before you apply
Hiring teams for talent development coordinator interns want evidence of what you can produce, not just a list of classes. Create a sample training curriculum, a completed onboarding checklist, or a short learning needs analysis. Document the tools you used, such as an LMS, slide authoring software, or a survey platform, and make the work easy to share.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured programs specifically tied to your university, and recruiters there often move faster for students they meet in person. Faculty in HR, organizational behavior, or education programs frequently know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside your campus activity widens the pool you reach.
Practice the talent development coordinator intern interview out loud
Intern screens for this role typically include behavioral questions and scenario-based prompts, such as how you'd design a short training for a new process or handle low learner engagement. Practice explaining your reasoning out loud, not just arriving at an answer, since interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as the conclusion you reach.
Target structured HR and L&D rotational programs early
Larger employers run rotational or cohort-based internship programs built to train people new to talent development work. These programs rotate interns through functions like onboarding, instructional design, and performance support, building exactly the breadth talent development coordinator roles require. They recruit in the first application wave and fill fast, so identify the ones that fit your goals and apply immediately when they open.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 40% of the talent development coordinator internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start sorting through listings. Filtering by location and work type upfront means you spend your time on roles you can actually accept, not on applications you'd have to turn down at the offer stage.
Talent Development Coordinator Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a talent development coordinator internship?
Lead with coursework and projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited professional experience at the intern level. Build a portfolio that shows completed work, such as a sample training curriculum, an onboarding guide, or a learning needs analysis. Apply directly through company career pages and attend campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a talent 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 talent development coordinator interns is consistent performance on real deliverables, available headcount on the team, and understanding when return-offer decisions are made. Position yourself by contributing visibly and expressing continued interest early, while keeping your full-time search active in parallel.
When should I apply for talent development coordinator internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers, especially those running structured HR or L&D cohort programs, recruit summer interns during the preceding fall semester. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly means you won't miss roles from companies that move on a different cycle than the big cohort programs.
Are talent development coordinator internships paid?
Most professional talent development coordinator internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings display pay where the employer chooses to disclose it. Unpaid internships exist primarily at nonprofits under specific legal conditions, so read each listing carefully and check the compensation details before applying.
What should a talent development coordinator internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three documented projects with the tools you used, such as a training module built in an LMS, a facilitation plan, or a needs-assessment write-up, and link to them where possible. Add relevant coursework in organizational behavior, instructional design, or HR. Keep the resume to one page.
Are there remote talent development coordinator internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 60% of the talent 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.
What is an HR rotational internship, and does it apply to talent development coordinator roles?
HR rotational internships place interns in multiple HR functions, often including learning and development, over one or two summers. They target candidates new to the field, build broad exposure that feeds directly into talent development coordinator roles, and recruit early in the fall. These programs are competitive and fill in the first application wave, so identify them and apply as soon as they open.
Can international students get talent 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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