Instructional Design Intern

1 Utah Transit Authority; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free transit pass

UTA Well – wellness program

Free on-site fitness facilities

Training and career advancement

Job summary

Utah Transit Authority is seeking an Instructional Design Intern to gain hands‑on experience in instructional design, curriculum development, adult learning, e-learning, and workforce training. You will collaborate with instructional designers, trainers, and subject matter experts to create training content, activities, assessments, and job aids that support employees across UTA.

This in-person role requires candidates in the Salt Lake City area.

Qualifications

• No experience required; junior or senior in accredited college/university.
• Preferred coursework: instructional design, adult learning theory, curriculum development, educational/learning technology.
• Must submit transcript and two letters of recommendation.
• Must have at least a 3.0 GPA.
• Must have a valid Utah driver’s license and a safe driving record.
• UTA reserves the right to determine education/experience equivalencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in curriculum development and instructional design for Workforce Technical Training.
• Assist with review, development, and revision of training courses and materials.
• Support standardized curriculum implementation and training process compliance.
• Create training content, activities, and assessments including e-learning.
• Apply adult learning principles to ensure consistent standards.
• Assist with Learning Management System administration and records.
• Coordinate with designers, trainers, and SMEs to support development.
• Participate in team meetings and collaborative work to improve outcomes.
• Maintain instructional materials, job aids, and presentations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Effective communication

Learning theory

Education

Undergraduate degree in Adult Education

Related field coursework

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Articulate Storyline

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Learn how to turn ideas into engaging learning experiences that help employees succeed. As an Instructional Design Intern at the Utah Transit Authority, you’ll gain hands-on experience in instructional design, curriculum development, adult learning, e-learning, and workforce training. You’ll work with instructional designers, trainers, and subject matter experts to create training content, learning activities, assessments, job aids, and other resources that support employees across UTA. This is a great opportunity to build your portfolio, develop practical skills, and see how your work can make a real impact. As the Instructional Design Intern, you will:

• Provide support in curriculum development, instructional design, and Workforce Technical Training processes.
• Assist with the review, development, design, and revision of training courses and materials for Workforce Technical Training programs.
• Support Workforce Technical Training in implementing standardized curriculum, instructional development, training management, and training process compliance.
• Assist in creating training content, learning activities, and assessments for delivery across various business unit settings, including e-learning.
• Apply instructional design best practices and adult learning principles to support consistent training standards and effective learning experiences.
• Assist with the administration and maintenance of the Learning Management System, including course and training record support.
• Serve as a liaison between the Instructional Design team, trainers, and SMEs to support training development activities.
• Participate in team meetings, project discussions, and collaborative activities to support team effectiveness, communication, and awareness.
• Support the development and maintenance of instructional materials, job aids, presentations, and other training resources.
• Assist with quality assurance and review of training materials to ensure accuracy, consistency, usability, and alignment with established standards.

This internship is part time and will not exceed 29 hours per week. It is expected to last 6 months but may be extended up to a year.

This is an in-person position that cannot be conducted remotely. If you do not live in the Salt Lake City or surrounding area, this position would require you to relocate for the full duration of the internship.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/LICENSE:

• No experience required. At least a Junior or Senior level student currently enrolled in an accredited college or university, seeking undergraduate degree in Adult Education, Instructional Design, or related field.
• Preferred coursework: Instructional design, adult learning theory/adult education, curriculum development, educational/learning technology, learning assessment, or related fields.
• Must submit a transcript of grades and two letters of recommendation.
• Must have at least a 3.0 GPA.
• Must have a valid Utah driver's license.
• Must be a safe driver with no more than 4 moving violations in the past 3 years.
• Cannot have more than 2 violations of driving under the influence of alcohol, any drug, or the combined influence of any alcohol or any drug within the last 10 years.

- OR - An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. [UTA reserves the right to determine the equivalencies of education and experience.]

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Interpersonal and project management skills to include: ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, including with outside agencies, consultants, subject matter experts, and employees is desired. Skilled in computer use and the knowledge of a variety of associated software including Adobe Creative Cloud and Articulate Storyline desired. Skilled in Microsoft Office software programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) at the intermediate level.

UTA Competencies: Embraces Outward Mindset: Exhibiting strong E.I. skills (self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship management). Relating comfortably with people across levels, functions, culture, and geography. Partnering with others to get work done. Managing conflict. Seeking feedback without being defensive. Develops Self & Others: Taking action to continuously improve. Accepting assignments that broaden capabilities. Placing a high priority on developing others. Developing others through coaching, feedback, exposure, and stretch assignments. Ensures Fairness: Concerned with the welfare of others and expressing that concern on a personal level. Distributing resources fairly. Giving others a voice prior to reaching decisions that affect them. Reaching decisions through a fair process. Explaining to others why and how decisions were made that impact them. Puts Safety First: Acting as a Safety Ambassador by working safely, complying with requirements and serving as an example to others. Wearing required personal protective equipment. Supporting safety activities. Promptly reporting hazards, unsafe work practices, near misses, and accidents. Instills Trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. Values Differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. Builds Effective Teams: Building strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals. Drives Engagement: Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives. Ensures Accountability: Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.

Pay Rate: $20.88 Per hour

If interested, apply before: Friday, August 28th, 2026 @ 11:59 PM MST

Benefits

• Training, development, and career advancement opportunities.
• Employee assistance program – includes counseling, legal services, financial planning, etc.
• 457 Contribution Plan, available for immediate contributions and company matching.
• Free Transit Pass.
• UTA Well – a comprehensive wellness program designed to support employees and dependents in their health and wellness goals.
• Free on-site fitness facilities.

Utah Transit Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, covered veterans, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Applicants needing an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for any part of the application process should contact UTA Human Resources at 801-287-2324. A minimum of two work days' notice prior to the need for the accommodation is required.

Utah Transit Authority is a drug-free workplace, subject to federal drug and alcohol testing regulations under 49 CFR Part 40, 655, and 219. All offers for employment are contingent upon a successful pre-employment drug test. If a pre-employment test returns a non-negative result, an application for employment may be rejected. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident testing for drug and alcohol use. All safety sensitive employees are subject to random testing for drug and alcohol use.

We grow together.

We succeed together.

We are UTA, together.

A career with UTA offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in our communities while building a purposeful and rewarding career.