Intern, Training & Development

CORNERSTONES INC; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Cornerstones Inc. is seeking a part‑time Training and Development Intern to assist with the design and implementation of training for mid‑level managers under the Strengthening Communities 2025 grant.

You will source speakers, prepare educational materials, and help with communications, logistics, and evaluation for cohort meetings, reporting to the EVP, HR. Prefer enrollment in a related degree and customer service experience in an office setting.

Qualifications

• Degree in Training and Development, Human Resources, or related field preferred.
• One year of administrative or customer service experience.
• Proficiency in English (verbal and written).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite or related software.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Highest level of integrity.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development and implementation of training program outlines and methods.
• Schedule speakers, arrange venues, meals, and logistics for sessions.
• Develop communications and evaluation materials for the program.
• Support program evaluation and documentation for grant reporting.
• Serve as point of contact for program coordination.
• Collaborate with EVP, HR to ensure program longevity beyond grant.

Skills

English proficiency

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to follow‑through

Independent work

Integrity

Education

Bachelor’s or graduate degree in Training & Development / HR or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Location: Post Trail, Reston, VA 20190. Position Type: Part Time. Salary Range: $20.00 - $25.00 hourly. Category: Nonprofit – Social Services. Reports to EVP, HR.

Descriptive Summary

The Training and Development Intern will assist with the development and implementation of the training and development program for mid‑level managers at Cornerstones as outlined in the Strengthening Communities 2025 grant given by Northern Virginia Health. This includes sourcing speakers, educational material, and relevant support documents. The intern will assist in communications, logistics, and evaluation for cohort meetings.

Program Development

• Formulate training outlines and determine instructional methods utilizing knowledge of specified training needs and effectiveness of such methods, such as group instruction, lectures, demonstrations, meetings, and workshops.
• Select or develop training aids including training handbooks, demonstration models, multimedia visual aids, computer tutorials, and reference works.
• Assist in sourcing instructors or speakers.
• Understand and work within the constraints of the grant budget.
• Create communications and evaluation materials for all aspects of the program.
• Work with EVP, HR to develop the program to last past the end of the grant.

Program Implementation

• Schedule and communicate with speakers.
• Reserve rooms, order food, and prepare supplies for meetings.
• Generate agendas, necessary copies, assessment sheets, and other documents as needed.
• Manage participant communications and ensure scheduled meetings meet the needs of attendees.
• Serve as point of contact for all aspects of the program.

Program Evaluation and Documentation

• Evaluate effectiveness of program utilizing relevant evaluation data, and revise or recommend changes in instructional objectives and methods.
• Review instructor evaluations and recommend improvements to program content and/or instructor presentation methods.
• Produce written documentation to comply with reporting requirements outlined in the grant.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Prefer ongoing degree (bachelor’s or graduate level) in Training and Development, Human Resources, or related field.
• One year of experience in an administrative or customer service role.
• Verbal and written proficiency in English.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite or related software.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Detail‑oriented, with strong attention to follow‑through.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Must be responsible, dependable, and display the highest level of integrity.

Attitude

• Attentive to constraints of time and funds.
• Respectful of staff, volunteers, funders, and clients.
• Forward‑thinking, considering not just today but what are the implications for tomorrow.
• Collaborative team member.

Work Environment

• The work is performed in a typical office environment.
• Occasional driving of personal vehicle may be required.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Regular in‑person interaction with the public, clients, and stakeholders.
• Handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 15 pounds.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.