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National Education Association · 1 day ago

NEA Workforce Development Intern (Winter/Spring 2026)

Washington, DC

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$20/hr - $20/hr

Start in 2026 Winter

The National Education Association (NEA) is seeking an Employee Development and Engagement Intern for Winter/Spring 2026. The role involves supporting the Human Resources Department through various activities such as research, data analysis, and participation in NEA events, while gaining valuable experience in public education policy and employee development.

Education

Work & Life Balance

Responsibilities

Conducting research

Data analysis

Writing, editing, using Internet applications and social media

Participating in and assisting with partnership events, meetings and policy forums

Visits to Capitol Hill

Participating in assigned Center/department activities

Participating in relevant NEA-sponsored and/or approved group activities

Development of training for staff

Marketing in-house professional development through Percipio

Newsletter development

Development of job aids

Instructional design for newly developed training

Focus group development

Qualification

Data analysisInstructional designResearchStrategic planningFocus group planningNewsletter developmentPreparing reportsInterviewingCollaborationCommunication

Required

Interns will receive a stipend of $20 per hour and may intern up to a maximum of twenty (20) hours a week

This position is a NEA headquarters-based position, and individuals will be expected to work on-site

Students pursuing degrees in Education, Political Science, Government, Human Resources, Public Policy, Social Sciences, Business, Finance, Economics, Management, Sociology, Communications, Computer Science, Journalism, Mass Media, Graphic Design, Digital Communications, and other disciplines are encouraged to apply

Interns will learn about the NEA, its role in public education, issues affecting NEA members at the national, state, and local level, and advocacy strategies to support members and the students they serve

In addition to obtaining experience in their area of interest, interns may develop skills in collaboration, communication, writing, instructional design, research, newsletter development, analysis, preparing reports, interviewing, strategic planning, focus group planning, and training

Please upload the following documents to your application in Workday: Resume, Cover letter – indicating preferred department or area(s) of interest, Letter of recommendation, Writing sample

Individuals selected for an interview will be contacted by the Center or department and additional samples may be required at the time of the interview

The position involves skill in using a computer and/or laptop; oral and written communication skills; skills in proofreading and editing; use of clear and articulate speech; interpersonal relations skills; reasoning and problem solving skills; ability to work in a fast-paced environment; ability to sit for long periods, stoop, bend, reach and carry light materials (up to 10 lbs.); and ability to travel by various methods of transportation, e.g., airplane, car