Intern - Instructional Design and Training Development

Nelnet, Inc.; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from industry experts

Flexible schedule

Portfolio-building opportunities

Job summary

Nelnet, Inc. is seeking a motivated and creative Instructional Design & Training Development Intern to assist with the design, development, and maintenance of cybersecurity, privacy, compliance, and professional development training materials.

You will work alongside instructional designers, product leaders, cybersecurity experts, and compliance professionals to develop engaging online training experiences, participating in the full instructional design lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Instructional Design or Educational Technology.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Interest in cybersecurity or compliance topics.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and developing online training materials.
• Storyboard content and collaborate across teams.
• Support accessibility validation and LMS deployment.

Skills

Instructional Design

Storyboarding

Content Strategy

Learning Analytics

UX Design

Education

Pursuing degree in Instructional Design/Educational Technology/Related field

Tools

Articulate Storyline

LMS platforms

Video editing tools

Graphic design software

AI tools

Job description

Our Vision: We make dreams possible. Yes, we're a student loan servicer. We're also a technology company, idea incubator, start-up accelerator, and K-12 and higher education expert. At Nelnet, we're so much more than what you think—and we're just getting started. So, no matter what you want to do in life—build codes or build brands, we're the best place to do it.

Join Nelnet as an intern and do real work that matters to our business. All Nelnet interns receive one-on-one mentorship, competitive pay, casual dress, flexible schedule, intern-specific programming, and meaningful work experience.

Your career awaits.

CampusGuard is seeking a motivated and creative Instructional Design & Training Development Intern to assist with the design, development, and maintenance of cybersecurity, privacy, compliance, and professional development training materials. This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain real-world experience developing online learning content for thousands of end users across colleges, universities, healthcare organizations, and other customers. The selected candidate will work alongside instructional designers, product leaders, cybersecurity experts, and compliance professionals to develop engaging online training experiences. The intern will participate in the full instructional design lifecycle, from content planning and storyboard creation through multimedia development, accessibility validation, quality assurance, and course deployment.

What You'll Learn

Instructional Design Methodologies Storyboarding & Curriculum Development Articulate Storyline SCORM Development LMS Administration Learning Analytics Accessibility & WCAG Standards UX Design Principles Content Strategy Cybersecurity Awareness & Compliance Training Product Development Processes The intern will have an opportunity to contribute to real-world training products used by customers throughout the United States and Australia.

Qualifications Required

Currently pursuing a degree in: Instructional Design Educational Technology Curriculum & Instruction Communications Graphic Design Marketing Related field Strong written and verbal communication skills Attention to detail Creative problem-solving abilities Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines Interest in technology and learning Preferred Experience with: Articulate Storyline Video editing tools LMS platforms Graphic design software AI tools Familiarity with accessibility concepts Interest in cybersecurity or compliance topics Portfolio demonstrating design, coursework, or content creation projects

Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who is: Eager to learn Creative and detail-oriented Passionate about education and technology Comfortable working independently and collaboratively Interested in developing content that helps people make better security and compliance decisions

Why Join CampusGuard?

Meaningful work that helps organizations reduce cybersecurity and compliance risk Exposure to software products, learning technologies, and emerging AI tools Mentorship from industry experts Opportunity to contribute to nationally distributed training programs Real-world portfolio-building experience Flexible and collaborative work environment Potential future career opportunities within Nelnet and CampusGuard

Nelnet is committed to providing a welcoming and respectful workplace where all associates have the opportunity to succeed. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We value the unique contributions of every team member and believe that a positive work environment benefits everyone. Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such accommodations by contacting Corporate Recruiting at 402-486-5725 or [e-mail]. Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace. Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring We may use automated or artificial intelligence enabled tools to assist with the initial review of applications, such as identifying relevant skills or experience. These tools are used to support human review and do not make hiring decisions. A recruiter reviews applications and determines which candidates move forward in the hiring process. For more information, see our Privacy Policy and Pre-Use Notice: Automated Tools in Hiring You may know Nelnet as the nation's largest student loan servicer – but we do more than that. A lot more. We're also a professional services company, consumer loan originator and servicer, payment processor, renewable energy innovator, and K-12 and higher education expert (and that's just a shortlist). For over 40 years, we've been serving our customers, associates, and communities to make dreams possible. EEO Info | EEO Letter | EPPA Info | FMLA Info