Instructional Design Intern

Internship Title – Instructional Designer
Department – Participant Training Services
Minimum Education Level: Senior
Preferred Majors: Instructional design, Graphic Design, Communications, English, Education

Who we are:

ISO New England is one of the most pivotal energy companies you’ve probably never heard of. Our job is to oversee the 24/7 operation of the power grid that covers the six states of New England and to administer the region’s $10+ billion “stock exchange” for buying and selling of wholesale electricity. Our work ensures that over 14 million people can reliably turn their lights on and complete their jobs, take care of their families, and live in comfort with convenience.

Department Description:

The Instructional Design Team is responsible for the design, development, and delivery of classroom instruction, webinars, and online training modules that meet the educational needs of the region's electricity stakeholders related to changes in the Tariff, software, and/or business procedures.

What will you be working on:

The intern will play a dynamic role that will ensure content is communicated in a clear and compelling manner, including rewriting and finalizing scripts for e-Learning. Uses e-learning development software to update existing online training courses or to develop new modules. Other related tasks include participating in the development of projects for other training initiatives.

How will you make an impact:

By participating in the development of projects, the intern will gain practical skills in instructional design, content development, and project management, making it a valuable experience for a future career in e-learning or related fields.

What we look for in a candidate:

• Experience working with one or more of the following: e-learning development software (Articulate Presenter or Articulate 360, Storyline, Rise, Replay, etc.); graphic design, multimedia.
• Solid oral and written communication skills

To be eligible for the internship candidate must have completed at least the first year of college and be currently enrolled in a four year or graduate-level academic program. Candidates must have the authority to work in the US on a permanent basis, without requiring sponsorship.

Clarity of purpose is the starting point for all success. The ISO’s mission, vision, and values define our purpose—these values serve as the cultural cornerstones of the organization.
 

Mission: Through collaboration and innovation, ISO New England plans the transmission system, administers the region’s wholesale markets, and operates the power system to ensure reliable and competitively priced wholesale electricity.

Vision: To harness the power of competition and advanced technologies to reliably plan and operate the grid as the region transitions to clean energy.

Values: Expertise, Respect, Innovation, Dependability and Collaboration

What We Offer: Located in Holyoke, MA amid the picturesque Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, our interns get the best of both rural and urban living, enjoying day-to-day local community culture and conveniences with drivable access to big city amenities. In addition to our competitive pay, our interns have we access to our onsite fitness center and a cafeteria with free coffee.    

Equal Opportunity: We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer. Applicants for employment are considered without regard to race, creed, color, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, disability, status as a veteran, Vietnam Era Veteran, or being a member of the Reserves or National Guard.

Drug Free Environment: We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
 

Social Networking Notice: ISO New England reserves the right to review the candidate's postings on any social networking site accessible in the public domain as part of the candidate assessment process.