2027 Summer Intern, Learning Solutions Designer (Reston, VA)

ICF • Reston, VA

1d • $37,855 - $77,869 • Hybrid

About The Position

ICF is seeking a 2027 summer intern to help create dynamic, engaging learning content, emphasizing user-centered design, user experience (UX), and accessibility for all learners. The intern will use creative skills and project awareness to support interactive ways of communicating instructional content and provide feedback on materials created by other team members. The work may include classroom-based training, online training, performance support tools, self-paced guides, case studies, and job aids.

This is a full-time, 10-week internship beginning in early June 2027. The position is hybrid, based in Reston, Virginia, with onsite work two days per week. Relocation and housing assistance are not available. Expected pay is $23 per hour for undergraduate interns and $28 per hour for graduate interns.

Requirements

• By the start date, have at least 30 college-level credit hours toward a degree in educational technology, communications, user experience, instructional design, Systems Engineering, or a relevant field.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of instructional systems design experience.
• Enrollment verification or completion of 9 credit hours in a master’s degree program in Instructional Design, Education, or a related field.
• Familiarity with the full life cycle of the instructional systems design (ISD) process.
• Proficiency with word-processing, spreadsheet, and presentation tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong English-language skills, including the ability to read, comprehend, and communicate information and ideas effectively.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-project environment.
• Knowledge of human-computer interaction and performance-centered design.
• Experience serving Federal clients.
• Experience working in consulting firm environments.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of an instructional design team under the supervision of a Senior Instructional Systems Designer and/or Project Manager.
• Support the design, development, and documentation of instructor-led and eLearning curricula and performance support solutions.
• Participate in developing and reviewing products for adherence to style and storyboard guidelines, writing standards, course/task flow, SCORM conformance, and Section 508 compliance.
• Provide feedback on other team members’ learning materials.
• Support the development of classroom-based training, online training, performance support tools, self-paced guides, case studies, and job aids.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree