Talent Development Specialist Internships
Talent development specialist internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working talent development practitioners, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across 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.
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.
Talent Development Specialist Internship Market
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Tips for Your Talent Development Specialist Internship Search
Apply months before your target start date
Large employers with structured learning and development cohorts open summer internship applications the preceding fall and close them before many students start looking. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates. Map your target start date backward and set a search cadence that matches the employer size you're pursuing.
Build a portfolio before you send a single application
Hiring teams for talent development intern roles want evidence you can design and deliver learning. Create two or three documented artifacts, such as a training curriculum, a workshop facilitation guide, a needs-analysis write-up, or a learning module built in an authoring tool like Articulate or Canva. Link them from your resume so recruiters can assess your work directly.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors teaching organizational behavior or instructional design often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts at the same time, since many talent development internships never appear on large aggregator sites.
Practice the talent development intern interview format out loud
Talent development specialist intern screens typically involve a behavioral or situational conversation and sometimes a short design challenge, such as outlining a training session or diagnosing a learning gap from a brief. Practice your answers out loud, explaining your reasoning step by step, because interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as the final deliverable you describe.
Target structured rotational and cohort programs early
Larger organizations run formal talent development or HR rotational internship programs designed specifically for people new to the field. These cohort programs recruit months before their start dates and fill competitively. Identify the programs that match your interests in instructional design, facilitation, or talent analytics and apply in their first recruitment wave, not after you've exhausted other options.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 40% of the talent development specialist internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you search, then filter by location and work type so you're not sorting through roles you can't take. Migrate Mate's work-type filter lets you narrow the feed to remote, hybrid, or on-site listings from the start.
Talent Development Specialist Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a talent development specialist internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A concrete portfolio artifact, such as a training curriculum you designed, a learning needs assessment, or a facilitated workshop deck, gives recruiters something tangible to evaluate. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often make decisions faster for students they meet in person.
Can a talent development specialist 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 specialist interns is consistent performance on real project work, available headcount on the team, and how early the employer sets its return-offer timeline. Position yourself by treating every assignment as a showcase, without counting on a standing offer at the end.
When should I apply for talent development specialist internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers, especially those running structured learning and development cohorts, recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing applications before winter. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly rather than waiting for a single seasonal push keeps you ahead of fast-moving deadlines.
Are talent development specialist internships paid?
Most professional talent development specialist internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer discloses it. Unpaid internships exist but are less common at established organizations, particularly those with formal intern programs in HR, learning and development, or organizational effectiveness functions.
What should a talent development specialist internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Highlight two or three complete, documented projects, naming the tools used and linking to deliverables where possible, such as a training module, a facilitation guide, a needs-analysis report, or a learning program case study. Add relevant coursework in organizational psychology, instructional design, or HR. Keep the entire resume to one page.
Are there remote talent development specialist internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 60% of the talent development specialist internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they draw applicants nationally, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
What is a rotational talent development internship?
Some larger organizations run rotational learning and development internships that move interns through two or three HR or talent functions, such as instructional design, facilitation, and talent analytics, within a single program. These programs target people new to the field and are designed to build broad foundational exposure quickly. They recruit early and fill competitively, so identify the ones that fit your goals and apply in the first wave.
Can international students get talent development specialist 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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