2027 Summer Intern, Human Capital and Learning (Remote from DC, MD or VA)

ICF Olson; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF is seeking a motivated Summer Intern for the Human Capital and Learning portfolio. The intern will assist consulting teams, contribute to client projects, and gain exposure to workforce research, learning and development, and data‑informed decision‑making.

This 10‑week, full‑time internship starts in June and ends in August, with remote work possible from DC, Maryland or VA and occasional travel to Reston, VA. Housing or relocation assistance is not offered at this time.

Qualifications

• By start date, minimum 60 college credits in psychology, management, communications, or related field.
• U.S. citizenship or permanent work authorization required due to federal contracts.

Responsibilities

• Conduct background research related to human capital and learning.
• Support data collection activities: surveys, interviews, focus groups, pilots, environmental scans.
• Assist development and formatting of presentations, reports, guidebooks, training materials, and job aids.
• Support quality assurance to ensure accuracy and professional formatting of deliverables.
• Attend internal and client meetings, take notes, and track decisions and follow‑ups.
• Collaborate across projects to support a positive, inclusive, team‑oriented environment.
• Assist with proposal development and internal practice‑building activities.
• Learn and apply consulting methods, tools, and human‑centered approaches.

Skills

Human capital interest

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Education

60 college credits in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Summer Intern, Human Capital and Learning ICF is seeking a motivated summer intern to join our Human Capital and Learning portfolio. The intern will support consulting teams that help clients strengthen their workforces, improve organizational effectiveness, and enhance employee learning and performance. This internship will provide exposure to human capital consulting, organizational development, workforce research, learning and development, and data-informed decision-making. Working under the guidance of experienced team members, the intern will contribute to client projects, internal initiatives, and business development activities while building foundational consulting and professional skills.

This is an entry-level, 10-week, full‑time internship expected to begin in June and end in August. This role can be remote from DC, Maryland or VA with occasional travel to the Reston, VA office. At this time, we are unable to provide housing or relocation assistance for this position.

The ideal candidate is curious, dependable, detail‑oriented, and interested in applying academic knowledge to real‑world workforce and organizational challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting and reviewing background research and literature reviews related to human capital, employee learning, organizational development, workforce trends, and related topics.
• Supporting qualitative and quantitative data collection activities, such as surveys, interviews, focus groups, pilot tests, and environmental scans.
• Assisting with the development and formatting of presentations, reports, guidebooks, training materials, job aids, and communication products.
• Supporting quality assurance reviews to help ensure deliverables are accurate, consistent, professionally formatted, and free of errors.
• Participating in internal and client‑facing project meetings, taking notes, and helping track decisions and follow‑up activities.
• Collaborating with team members across multiple projects and contributing to a positive, inclusive, and team‑oriented work environment.
• Supporting proposal development, business development research, or internal practice‑building activities, as needed.
• Learning and applying consulting methods, tools, technologies, and human‑centered approaches to address client needs.

Basic Qualifications

• By start date, a minimum of 60 completed college‑level credit hours in psychology, management, communications, or a related field. Due to federal contract requirements, United States Citizenship or Permanent Work Authorization is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in human capital, organizational development, employee learning, workforce research, talent management, or consulting.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications and statistical or data visualization tools.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing.
• Previous internship, employment, volunteer, research, or academic project experience related to human resources, learning, organizational development, research, communications, consulting, or public service.
• Experience conducting academic research, reviewing literature, or synthesizing information from multiple sources.
• Experience preparing presentations, written reports, learning materials, or other professional or academic products.
• Interest in supporting federal government clients and learning about the federal consulting environment.
• Curiosity about new technologies and willingness to learn unfamiliar tools and methods.
• Ability to balance multiple assignments in a collaborative, deadline‑driven environment.

What You Will Gain

During the internship, you will have opportunities to:

• Apply classroom knowledge to practical workforce and organizational challenges.
• Learn about human capital consulting and the development of client‑focused solutions.
• Work alongside professionals with expertise in human capital, organizational development, workforce research, learning, analytics, and related disciplines.
• Strengthen research, writing, data analysis, presentation, and collaboration skills.
• Gain exposure to multiple projects and a variety of client needs.
• Receive feedback and mentoring while building professional and consulting capabilities.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting‑edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world’s toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email [e-mail] and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

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Candidate AI Usage Policy
At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in‑person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [e-mail]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range

There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position based on full‑time employment is: $34,564.00 - $58,758.00 Virginia Remote Office (VA99)

About ICF

ICF is a global consulting and technology services company with approximately 9,000 employees, but we are not your typical consultants. At ICF, business analysts and policy specialists work together with digital strategists, data scientists and creatives. We combine unmatched industry expertise with cutting‑edge engagement capabilities to help organizations solve their most complex challenges. Since 1969, public and private sector clients have worked with ICF to navigate change and shape the future. Learn more at icf.com.

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