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Grainger · 10 hours ago

HR Learning & Development Intern

Lake Forest, IL

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$29.50/hr - $29.50/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

Grainger is a leading broad line distributor serving millions of customers worldwide. They are recruiting for a Summer Intern in Learning & Development, providing college students with hands-on experience in HR and learning solutions while collaborating with professionals to enhance employee growth.

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Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Gain hands‑on experience creating and improving learning solutions while working closely with L&D professionals

Explore each stage of the learning process—from identifying performance needs to evaluating impact

Collaborate with teams across the broader Talent organization, including Talent Acquisition and HR partners

Participate in a variety of development opportunities, including a comprehensive onboarding program, structured learning sessions, meet‑and‑greets with executive leaders, peer mentorship, social events, and more

Experience seeing a business-critical project through from start to finish

Collaborate with L&D team members to learn how training programs are designed to help the business and support employee growth

Learn how to use the ADDIE instructional design model and apply it to help create or improve training materials like eLearning modules, job aids, and presentations

Gain exposure to learning design and development tools and platforms like Adobe Rise, Canva, Brainshark, Camtasia, SucessFactors, Learning Module Systems (LMS), and LinkedIn Learning

Support the planning, coordination, and operationalization of learning programs across multiple functions at Grainger

Provide input on enhancing learning programs and explore innovative, technology‑driven approaches to improve the end‑to‑end learner experience

Qualification

Learning & DevelopmentInstructional DesignAdobe RiseMicrosoft OfficeTalent DevelopmentCollaborationInitiativeProblem Solving

Required

Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher

Currently enrolled in a college or university and working towards a bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business, Instructional Design, Adult Learning or a related field

Strong interest in talent development and employee growth

Ability to ask insightful questions and propose practical solutions or alternative approaches

You're excited to learn and willing to jump in and take initiative

Proficiency in systems including the following software: Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Expected graduation date between December 2026 and June 2027

No Visa sponsorships required now or in the future

Benefits

Comprehensive onboarding program

Structured learning sessions

Meet‑and‑greets with executive leaders

Peer mentorship

Social events

Company

Grainger

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As a leading business-to-business organization, more than 4.5 million customers worldwide rely on Grainger for products in categories such as safety, material handling and metalworking, along with services like inventory management and technical support.

Founded in 1927