Learning & Development Internship - Winter/Spring 27

APCO; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

APCO is seeking a senior or recent graduate for a full-time paid internship in its Learning & Development team, based in our Washington, DC office. The role offers hands-on experience in instructional design, strategy and communications with 40 hours/week and a hybrid work model.

The internship runs from January 12th, 2027 to May 21st, 2027, with an hourly rate of $18.40. U.S. work authorization is required; CPT/OPT cannot be considered.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or senior in class standing.
• Major in HRM, business or learning technology preferred.
• Excellent communication/customer service skills.
• Collaborative team player with ability to work independently and set priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support the Learning and Development team in programs, research, and data analytics.
• Assist in planning and managing calendars for global learning programs.
• Help manage APCO’s global learning management system.
• Contribute to internal L&D communications.
• Perform administrative tasks: data entry, filing, contracts/POs, invoices.
• Participate in research and analysis on special L&D projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Initiative

Attention to detail

Discretion with confidential info

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business or Learning Technology

Tools

MS Office Suite

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Our Learning & Development team seeks a forward-thinking and enthusiastic senior or recent graduate to join our full-time paid internship program. This internship offers hands-on experience in instructional design, strategy, and communications, while contributing to impactful learning initiatives across the organization.

This internship will sit in APCO's Washington, DC office.

Responsibilities:

• Provide support to the Learning and Development team in various functions including, but not limited to, global Client Business Management learning programs, research, and data analytics
• Support in planning and managing the calendar for all global learning programs
• Partner with the Learning and Development Lead to manage APCO’s global learning management system
• Provide support in the development of APCO’s Learning and Development internal communications
• Perform administrative tasks, including data entry, digital filing, contracts/POs, and invoices

• Participate in general research and analysis on special Learning Development projects, gaining hands-on experience in many aspects of Learning and Development

Qualifications:

• Recent college graduate or senior in class standing
• Major in human resource management, business or learning technology preferred
• Excellent communication/customer service skills
• Collaborative team player who also can work independently and be a self-starter, take initiative, and set priorities
• Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information at all times
• Strong attention to organizational and grammatical detail
• Experience with Microsoft products preferred, specifically Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word and Teams
• Experience working with the Adobe Creative Suite preferred
• Available to work 40 hours per week

• Requires US Work Authorization, unable to consider candidates with CPT/OPT/Post-OPT status

What are the core working hours and will I need to be in an office?

Our interns work 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

We are committed to a hybrid and flexible working environment, and there may be days that you wish to work from home and days that we come together so that you get to explore more of our culture and meet other colleagues. You will be provided with a company laptop so that you are able to work from home and in the office easily.

Compensation:

This is a paid internship at a fixed hourly rate of $18.40

When does the internship commence?

Our program begins on Tuesday, January 12th and ends on Friday, May 21st 2027.

Careers at APCO

Through our recruitment, hiring and retention efforts, APCO is committed to building teams who bring the best possible expertise and robust perspectives to our clients. We embrace differences in experience, viewpoint and ideas, starting with our values and extending to our behaviors, policies and practices. We aim to create a positive work experience and welcoming environment where everyone feels they belong and can thrive.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, national origin, citizenship, native language, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, religion, age, veteran status, neurodivergence, mental or physical disability, medical history, pregnancy, political belief or affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law.

About APCO

APCO is a global advisory and advocacy firm helping leading corporations, foundations and governments navigate a complex world and create lasting impact.

Founded in 1984, with one woman’s vision and bold action, APCO has grown into an independent, majority women-owned firm of more than 1,200 employees with work spanning 80 markets around the world.

Headquartered in Washington, D.C., APCO is comprised of strategic advisers, consultants and creators, working together across borders and functions, to provide services and expertise on financial, competitive, political and societal issues.

APCO is a trusted partner to bold purpose-led leaders, lawmakers, government officials, NGOs, the media and other stakeholders in the health, energy, technology, transportation & infrastructure and food & consumer products sectors. For 40 years, the firm has provided public affairs, crisis & reputation, impact, corporate reputation and global solutions services.

APCO is renowned for its ability to champion clients’ interests and permission to operate, build their reputation and strengthen their standing. APCO’s integrated approach and team of tenacious and empathic talent create connections and winning strategies that accelerate progress and deepen impact.

By bringing diverse people and ideas together, and working beyond traditional boundaries, APCO builds the un/common ground upon which progress is made.