Instructional Design Co-op/Intern

Location: Houston, TX, United States Department: Human Resources & Communications

The Role

As the Instructional Design Co-op/Intern, reporting to the Manager – Training & Development, you will work on real learning projects while gaining hands-on experience across the full instructional design cycle. Working alongside subject matter experts, HR and business partners, you will help analyze learning needs, draft and build eLearning, instructor-led and job aid content, and evaluate training impact.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Support needs analysis by gathering information, reviewing existing materials and summarizing your findings.
• Draft learning objectives, outlines and storyboards for review and feedback.
• Help build eLearning modules, slide decks, job aids and quick reference guides using our authoring tools.
• Partner with subject matter experts to turn technical, safety and process content into clear, engaging learning.
• Help test and upload content in our Learning Management System, and track completions.
• Collect learner feedback and summarize the results.
• Take part in team meetings, design reviews and regular mentor check-ins.

Creating Extraordinary Starts With

• Currently enrolled in a graduate program in Instructional Design, Educational/Learning Technology, Education, Human Resource Development, or a related field
• Portfolio or sample project preferred; course projects are welcome.
• Basic understanding of instructional design models (ADDIE, SAM) and adult learning principles.
• Familiarity with at least one authoring or presentation tool (e.g., Articulate, PowerPoint, Camtasia); training on our tools will be provided.
• Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to explain complex topics simply and with the learner experience in mind.
• Comfort using AI-assisted tools responsibly, with guidance.
• Good organization and time management; able to meet deadlines on assigned tasks.