HR/Learning & Development Intern

Hercules Industries • Denver, CO

1d • $21

About The Position

The HR / Learning & Development Intern at Hercules Industries will play a key role in building and scaling internal training, communication, and employee development programs. This is not a purely administrative internship—interns will actively contribute to how employees are onboarded, trained, and engaged across the organization. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining people, process, and content creation, and wants to help shape how knowledge is transferred and how employees experience the company. M-F 7am-3:30pm, $21.00/hour Timing & Commitment: This is a Summer 2026 internship running from mid-May through August (approximately 10–12 weeks). The expected start date is flexible between May 15 and June 1, depending on academic schedules. Some flexibility in start and end dates may be accommodated.

Requirements

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the below essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability preferred. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Currently pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Communications, Psychology, or a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace (especially PowerPoint/Slides and Excel/Sheets)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Interest in employee development, training, and organizational effectiveness
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers and staff to make an accurate assessment of customer needs.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations required to accurately complete assigned tasks.
• Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in oral or written form.
• Ability to use sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Attendance is required Monday through Friday 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. or within normal business hours as established by the supervisor. Employee may be required to work overtime, and occasional Saturday’s and Sunday’s.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; walk and stand; use hands, handle, or feel; and required to speak, read, and hear English. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

• Experience creating presentations, training materials, or visual content
• Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) or e-learning tools
• Exposure to HR processes, onboarding, or internal communications
• Basic design skills (e.g., Canva, Adobe, or similar tools)
• Experience documenting processes or creating SOPs

Responsibilities

• Training Content Development Assist in designing and developing training materials for employees across functions Create onboarding content, learning modules, and instructional resources Support the development of structured learning paths for key roles
• Content & Graphic Creation Develop clear, engaging training and communication materials (presentations, guides, visuals) Help create introductory content for new hires and internal audiences Ensure content is user-friendly, visually consistent, and aligned with company standards
• SOP & Process Documentation Assist in creating and standardizing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Work with teams to document workflows, best practices, and key processes Help ensure documentation is clear, accessible, and easy to maintain
• Job Analysis & Role Documentation Support job analysis efforts by gathering information on responsibilities, skills, and workflows Assist in developing or refining job descriptions and role expectations Help identify skill gaps and training opportunities across roles
• Learning Management System (LMS) Support Help manage and update content within the company’s LMS Upload training materials, track completion, and maintain accurate learning records Support reporting and analysis of training participation and effectiveness
• Internal Communications Assist in drafting and distributing internal communications related to training, initiatives, and company updates Help ensure messaging is clear, consistent, and engaging across teams Support communication strategies that improve awareness and participation
• Employee Onboarding & Engagement Support onboarding processes to ensure a smooth and consistent new hire experience Help coordinate onboarding schedules, materials, and communications Contribute to employee engagement initiatives, programs, and feedback efforts

Benefits

• Opportunity to make a material impact—your work will matter
• Work in a company that is actively transforming and investing in data and analytics
• Employee-owned (ESOP), aligning effort with long-term value creation
• Right-sized organization: large enough for complexity, small enough for visibility and impact
• A culture that values curiosity, problem-solving, and continuous improvement
• HR & L&D Experience Hands-on exposure to training development, onboarding, and employee engagement Understanding of how HR supports business operations and growth
• Content & Communication Skills Experience creating professional training materials and internal communications Development of storytelling and instructional design skills
• Systems & Process Insight Exposure to LMS platforms and structured learning programs Experience documenting and improving organizational processes
• Real Impact Opportunity to directly improve how employees learn, onboard, and engage Contributions that shape internal culture and effectiveness

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees