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Learning and Development Internship

CompanyCommon Cause
LocationUnited States
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 14, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support data-driven initiatives by assisting with the collection, analysis, and reporting for employee feedback surveys, and will manage materials for the L&D Knowledge Management System. Responsibilities also include contributing to ERG Lead Retreat planning and supporting community engagement and training preparation.
Internship Type
intern
Company Size
259
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
15 hours
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About The Company
Common Cause is a nonpartisan, grassroots organization dedicated to restoring the core values of American democracy, reinventing an open, honest and accountable government that serves the public interest, and empowering ordinary people to make their voices heard in the political process.
About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to support our Learning & Development (L&D) team. In this role, you will contribute to various data-driven initiatives, knowledge management, and community-building efforts within our organization. This internship provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the people functions of a nonprofit setting. This is a 15-hour per week internship, with the potential for a longer-term engagement. If you are excited about the opportunity to contribute to our L&D initiatives and gain valuable experience in the people functions of a nonprofit organization, we encourage you to apply.  

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Key Responsibilities

  • Employee Experience Survey (EES) Pulse Check and ERG Member Survey: Assist with data collection, analysis, and reporting related to these important employee feedback mechanisms. 

  • L&D Knowledge Management System: Organize and update materials related to the Individual Professional Development (IPD) fund, and support the restructuring of the Employee Resource Hub. 

  • ERG Lead Retreat Planning and Logistics: Contribute to the planning and execution of this annual event for our Employee Resource Group (ERG) leaders. 

  • Data Collection and Analysis: Gather, synthesize, and interpret data to inform L&D initiatives and decisions. 

  • Community Building: Support the development and engagement of our employee community, particularly through the ERGs. 

  • Training Preparation and Facilitation: Assist with the preparation and delivery of L&D training programs, including basic facilitation skills. 


Qualifications:
 

  • Genuine interest in people functions and the nonprofit sector 

  • Motivation to support the growth and development of others 

  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills 

  • Proficiency in data analysis and reporting 

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 

  • Familiarity with knowledge management systems and community-building practices is a plus 

  • Comfortable with basic training preparation and facilitation 


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$17.50 - $17.50 a year
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Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of any race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, income class, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status, as well as applicants who have been previously incarcerated.

Common Cause (501(c)(4)) and Common Cause Education Fund (501(c)(3)) are nonpartisan, nonprofit grassroots affiliate organizations dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy. We work to create an open, honest, and accountable government that serves the public interest; promote equal rights, opportunity, and representation for all; and empower all people to make their voices heard in the political process.  

Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Washington, DC, Common Cause has members and supporters living in every congressional district in the United States, and offices in 23 states around the country. 

 

 

Key Skills
Data CollectionAnalysisReportingKnowledge ManagementCommunity BuildingPlanningLogisticsCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsTraining PreparationFacilitation
Categories
Human ResourcesAdministrativeData & AnalyticsSocial Services