Talent Development Internship - Fall 2025 (Master's or PHD)

Are you looking to join an organization that is growing and dynamic? What about a high-energy, collaborative environment that rewards hard work?

J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets.

The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situation

The Intern will support the Talent Development and Strategy team in various initiatives aimed at enhancing employee engagement, performance, and development. This role involves assisting with the administration of key programs, including goal setting, performance management, engagement surveys, mentorship, and leadership development. The intern will also contribute to new initiatives and strategic projects, gaining hands-on experience in Talent Development.

• Shadow Talent Team leadership, HRBPs and CPO to learn internal stakeholder needs and key business processes.
• Research best practice talent, learning and organizational development models and processes.
• Partner with members of the Talent Development team to develop high-quality learning and organizational development content and communications, e.g., job aids, training and facilitator guides, presentations, intranet updates, etc.
• Assist with implementing various Talent Development programs and initiatives.
• Support the administration and logistics of performance management, engagement surveys, and mentorship programs.
• Provide support for leadership development programs and other strategic projects.
• Utilize data analytics to measure program success and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate effectively with key partners and maintain strong industry relationships.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field with GPA of 3.0 in both your major or overall. Currently pursuing a Master’s or PHD degree in IO/ Psychology, Organizational development or Human Resources.
• Demonstrated interest in Learning & Development through coursework, campus club participation, prior internships, volunteer work or other similar activities.
• Excellent academic performance and campus leadership experience.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of HR principles and practices is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge and use of AI tools

Physical and Mental Job Qualifications

• Must be comfortable to work in a remote environment.
• Must be able to sit and view computer monitor for full work days.

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Some of the Benefits We Have Include

J.S. Held understands all our employees are people and sometimes life needs flexibility. We work to always provide an environment that best supports and suits our team’s needs.

• Our flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely, when needed

A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $25 per hour. Any offered salary range is based on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skillset, experience, training, location, scope of role, management responsibility, etc.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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Please explore what we’re all about at www.jsheld.com.

EEO and Job Accommodations

We embrace diversity and our commitment to building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment is unwavering. We are greater when we are equal!

J.S. Held is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request for a reasonable accommodation, please email [email protected] and include “Applicant Accommodation” within the subject line with your request and contact information.