Learning and Development (L&D) Intern, Spring 2026

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>Do you want to help engineer what’s next?</strong></p> <p>Simpson Gumpertz &amp; Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm committed to delivering holistic advice for our clients’ most complex challenges. We leverage our collective and diverse experience, technical expertise, and industry knowledge of structures and building enclosures, advanced analysis, performance &amp; code consulting, and applied science &amp; research to deliver unrivaled, comprehensive solutions that drive superior performance. With 750 employees in ten office locations throughout the United States, SGH’s industry-leading teams constantly seek to advance the meaning of what’s possible.</p> <p><strong>What makes careers at SGH so special?</strong></p> <p>The only way to advance is to question and explore. Every member of the SGH team is both a learner and an educator, committed to advancing ourselves, our teams, and our industry. Together we are creating a community that never settles for what is but always seeks what could be.</p> <p><strong>There are many reasons to love SGH:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Our Work: Our clients trust us to bring clarity and deliver outstanding solutions for their most complex projects.</li> <li>Our People: We are bold thinkers and compassionate teammates, committed to lifelong learning and professional growth.</li> <li>Our Commitment: We live with integrity and embrace an obligation to give back to our professions and communities.</li> <li>Our Contribution: We offer a comprehensive and rich compensation and benefits package with company-paid and voluntary programs to help build healthy lifestyles, strong relationships, and future prosperity.</li> </ul></div><p><strong>The Intern will support logistics and content development for learning and talent development events and programs. We are looking for a detail-oriented independent problem solver looking to advance their career in a learning-focused organization.</strong></p> <p><strong>Team Overview:</strong>&nbsp;The Learning and Development Intern will join a high-performing team of four (4) including the Talent Development Director, Senior Specialist, Specialist, and Coordinator. The Learning and Development Intern will work closely with Talent Development and HR team members.</p> <p><strong>Location:</strong>&nbsp;Waltham, MA. The position will work hybrid in our Corporate Headquarters.</p> <p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p> <p>The Intern emphasizes customer service, logistics coordination, and content administration.</p> <ul> <li>Work closely with the Talent Development team on logistical, administrative, and technical support for learning initiatives and programs.</li> <li>Work on various technologies, including administration of the Cornerstone Learning Management System (LMS), Storyline e-learning authoring software, survey tools, and other tools as needed.</li> <li>Assist with graphic design, video editing, and the creation of interactive e-learning modules to enhance the visual appeal and effectiveness of training materials.</li> <li>Continually work to find process improvements to maximize the learning and development team’s efficiency.</li> <li>Provide logistical support to learning and development initiatives, including material development, communications, and scheduling.</li> <li>Collaborate with subject matter experts and cross-functional team members to create material and assist during training sessions.</li> <li>Manage vendor operations such as requests for information, scheduling of workshops, program communication, and participant coordination.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li>Currently pursuing a degree in Instructional Design, Graphic Design, Learning Technology, Human Resources, or a related field.</li> <li>Strong interest in instructional design, training development, or talent management.</li> <li>Familiarity with eLearning authoring tools, particularly Articulate Storyline, is required.</li> <li>Experience with content creation, graphic design, or multimedia.</li> <li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).</li> <li>Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbally, with attention to detail.</li> <li>Creative problem-solving skills and a strong interest in developing innovative learning solutions.</li> <li>Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.</li> </ul> <p><strong>The ideal candidate will be able to:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Think creatively and independently to solve complex problems.</li> <li>Prioritize competing requests/deadlines in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.</li> <li>Drive results with a focus on excellence, detail, and quality.</li> <li>Communicate clearly (written and verbal) with interpersonal finesse and savvy.</li> <li>Optimize and elevate outstanding customer service in cooperation with a highly respected program/team.</li> <li>Maintain flexibility in behavior and availability (enthusiastically rolling up sleeves and working overtime as needed).</li> </ul> <p><strong>Working Conditions:</strong></p> <p>While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time, talk or hear, and perform fine motor, hand, and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, mouse, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level.</p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p><strong>Benefits Overview:&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>SGH provides the following benefits to eligible employees:</p> <ul> <li>Paid Time Off (Vacation time, Sick leave, Holidays)</li> <li>Paid Parental Leave</li> <li>Profit Sharing and 401(k) plan with a discretionary company contribution</li> <li>Health Insurance (Medical, Dental &amp; Vision)</li> <li>Short and Long-Term Disability (company paid)</li> <li>Employee Basic Life and AD&amp;D insurance (company paid)</li> <li>Optional Life Insurance</li> <li>Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts</li> <li>Fertility, Family Forming, and Hormonal Health benefit</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program</li> <li>Pre-tax Commuter Benefit</li> <li>AFLAC Accident &amp; Cancer Insurance</li> <li>Legal &amp; Identity Theft plans</li> <li>Tuition Reimbursement</li> </ul> <p><strong>Compensation:</strong></p> <p>The below range is a good faith estimate pursuant to applicable equal pay and pay transparency laws. The actual salary offered will be based on several factors including the candidate’s experience, qualifications and work location.</p> <p>Base salary is a part of SGH’s industry leading Total Compensation package. Our Total Compensation package includes base salary, pay for extra hours worked, an annual discretionary bonus program, generous paid time off, and health and wellness benefits with a special emphasis on substantial SGH contributions to medical insurance premiums and SGH’s Profit Sharing &amp; 401(k) Plan.</p></div><div class="title">Operations Role:</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$20.50</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$21.50 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p>SGH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all job applicants and employees. We consider all qualified applicants and encourage individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to apply. If the application system is not accessible to you, or you need a reasonable accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:jobs@sgh.com" data-linkindex="0">jobs@sgh.com</a>&nbsp;or call&nbsp;<a data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1">781-907-9000</a>&nbsp;and ask for Human Resources.</p></div>