The Heritage Group - Instructional Design Intern

The Heritage Group•Indianapolis, IN

22h

About The Position

The Heritage Group is a fourth-generation, family-owned business focused on construction and materials, environmental services and specialty chemicals. Over the last 90+ years, the Heritage portfolio has grown to include more than 50 companies that employ more than 6,000 people. What unites this diverse group of businesses and individuals is our commitment to create a safer, more enriching, and sustainable world by harnessing the power of family. The Instructional Design Intern will support the creation of engaging learning experiences that help employees develop skills and achieve business goals. This role assists with designing digital learning content, organizing resources, and applying best practices in instructional design. It's an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in corporate learning and development while contributing to projects that impact talent growth across the organization. Success in this role means delivering high-quality, learner-focused materials that align with our competencies and learning strategy.

Requirements

High School or Equivalent
Strong interest in instructional design, learning technologies, or education
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint)
Ability to organize information clearly and communicate effectively
Detail-oriented with a willingness to learn new tools and processes
Comfortable working independently and meeting deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to collaborate in a virtual environment
Creative thinking and problem-solving mindset

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree
Current undergraduate student pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education, Communication, or related field
Familiarity with eLearning tools (Articulate, Rise, or similar) is a plus but not required
Prior coursework or projects related to instructional design or education preferred

Responsibilities

Assist in designing and developing digital learning content (eLearning, guides, job aids)
Support content reviews and quality checks for clarity and accuracy
Organize and maintain learning resources in shared libraries
Research best practices in instructional design and apply them to projects
Collaborate with team members to brainstorm creative learning solutions
Help convert instructor-led training into digital formats
Test learning modules for functionality and user experience
Document processes and create simple how-to guides for learners
Participate in team meetings and share ideas for improving learning experiences
Maintain confidentiality and follow organizational standards
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to continuously growing in alignment with the Company’s core values, competencies, and skills.