Learning & Talent Internship - Summer 2027

HexArmor, Limited; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Job summary

HexArmor is seeking a Learning & Talent Intern for Summer 2027 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This 14-week, full-time internship supports employee learning, development, and talent initiatives, offering hands-on experience in learning program coordination, instructional design, and learning technology.

You will work with the HR team to improve the employee learning experience, maintain LMS content, develop basic reports, and contribute to projects that strengthen how HexArmor develops its people.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in HR, Organizational Leadership, instructional design, or related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Interest in learning, employee development, and talent management.

Responsibilities

• Support coordination and administration of instructor-led, virtual, and online learning programs.
• Assist with scheduling, enrollment, communications, training materials, and learner support.
• Help maintain content within the Learning Management System (LMS).
• Create and maintain basic learning reports and analyze participation data.
• Assist with developing eLearning, presentations, and job aids.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time management

Learning mindset

Curiosity

Education

Currently pursuing a degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

LMS

Power BI

Canva

Articulate 360

Microsoft 365

Job description

Learning & Talent Internship - Summer 2027

Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States

COMPANY OVERVIEW

HexArmor® is a leader in developing some of the most advanced PPE solutions for your eyes, hands, arms, and body. At HexArmor®, we believe safety is not a luxury – it’s a necessity. Since day one, we have worked hand-in-hand with our customers to design innovative, high performance PPE that helps ensure workers return home in the same condition they arrived. Our mission is to provide the protection that makes this possible, for every worker, everywhere.

SUMMARY

We are seeking a motivated Learning & Talent Intern to support employee learning, development, and talent initiatives at HexArmor. This role provides hands-on experience in learning program coordination, instructional design, learning technology, reporting, and employee development.

The intern will work closely with the HR team to support learning programs, improve the employee learning experience, and contribute to projects that strengthen how HexArmor develops its people.

LOCATION

Onsite at HexArmor Corporate Headquarters in Grand Rapids, Michigan (640 Leffingwell Ave. NE Grand Rapids, MI)

SCHEDULE

This is a 14-week, full-time internship beginning May 17, 2027. Interns will work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, during our standard business hours of 8:30am to 5:00pm.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the coordination and administration of instructor-led, virtual, and online learning programs.
• Assist with scheduling, enrollment, communications, training materials, and learner support.
• Help maintain and organize content within the Learning Management System (LMS).
• Create and maintain basic learning reports and analyze participation and completion data.
• Assist with developing eLearning, presentations, job aids, microlearning, and other learning materials.
• Support employee development, career development, and talent initiatives.
• Research learning and talent development best practices and make recommendations.
• Help create communications that promote learning opportunities and employee engagement.
• Partner with HR team members and business leaders on learning and development projects.

STRATEGIC PROJECT EXPOSURE

Throughout the internship, the intern may have the opportunity to contribute to projects such as:

• Learning Pathways: Help develop role-based learning resources for employees and leaders.
• LMS Engagement: Analyze LMS usage and identify opportunities to improve participation.
• Skills & Competencies: Support research and mapping of skills and competencies for key roles.
• Learning Communications: Help promote learning opportunities and resources across the organization.

WHAT YOU'LL GAIN

• Hands-on experience in Learning & Development and Talent Management.
• Exposure to instructional design and learning technology.
• Experience with learning analytics and reporting.
• Opportunities to contribute to employee development and talent initiatives.
• Experience working with HR professionals and business leaders on real-world projects.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Organizational Leadership, Instructional Design, Education, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable working with Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft 365.
• Interest in learning, employee development, and talent management.
• Creative and curious mindset with a willingness to learn new tools and technology.
• Experience creating presentations, training materials, or other content (preferred).
• Familiarity with adult learning or instructional design principles (preferred).
• Experience with an LMS, Power BI, Canva, Articulate 360, or similar tools (preferred).

COMPENSATION

• Competitive Hourly Wage

HexArmor is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

At HexArmor, we believe diversity in people and ideas makes us stronger. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse employee workforce honoring people’s experiences, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds. As one HexArmor community, we strive to create and maintain a working environment that is welcoming, inclusive, and impartial.

If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.

** Employment offers are contingent upon an E-Verify check and the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check **