Intern, Training Design and Development

American Bar Association

70d • $30

About The Position

The American Bankers Association (ABA) is seeking a graduate student intern for a full-time position from June 1, 2026, to August 7, 2026, with a pay rate of $30/hour. This internship provides students with a paid opportunity to work with one of the biggest trade associations in Washington, DC. Interns will engage in substantial work across various divisions, connect with leadership, build a network, and make a difference in the banking industry. The position requires reporting to ABA headquarters at least two times per week.

Requirements

• Strong interest in adult learning, instructional design, or training development.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with learning management systems (e.g., Docebo, Cornerstone) and authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline) is a plus.
• Ability to report into ABA headquarters located in Washington, DC, at least two times per week.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a comprehensive review of self-paced learning assessments to ensure instructional soundness, consistency in question format, and alignment with learning objectives.
• Identify inconsistencies across ABA’s self-paced course catalog and prepare recommendations for instructional design updates in FY25.
• Assist in the development and revision of training materials, including course descriptions, learning objectives, and assessment items.
• Support research on instructional design trends, tools, and technologies to inform future product enhancements.

Benefits

• Competitive pay at $30/hour.
• Outstanding benefits package.
• Convenient location in Washington, DC.
• Professional collegial work environment.
• Opportunity to work on issues of national significance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees