Learning & Development Intern

Job Description

Job Description

Learning & Development Intern (Unpaid)

Location: Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant County
Type: Internship (Part-Time / Flexible Hours)
Audience: College Students (Undergraduate or Graduate)
Reports to: Chief People Officer

Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant County is a Christ-centered ministry dedicated to providing hope, respect, and new beginnings to our unsheltered neighbors. Through trauma-informed care, discipleship, and holistic services, we walk alongside individuals and families on their journey toward healing and restoration.

Are you passionate about education, leadership, and social impact? As a Learning & Development Intern , you’ll help shape the future of training at UGM-TC by designing engaging, mission-aligned learning experiences for staff, volunteers, and program participants. This is a hands-on opportunity to apply your creativity, research skills, and heart for service in a real-world nonprofit setting.

• Curriculum Design & Development

  • Assist in writing and designing training modules on topics such as trauma-informed care, leadership, communication, and shelter operations.
  • Create interactive learning materials (e.g., slide decks, handouts, e-learning content, videos).
  • Collaborate with staff to ensure content reflects UGM-TC’s values and TBRI® principles.

• Training Support & Facilitation

  • Help prepare materials and logistics for in-person and virtual training sessions.
  • Observe and assist in facilitating workshops and onboarding sessions.
  • Gather feedback from participants to improve training effectiveness.

• Research & Innovation

  • Conduct research on best practices in adult learning, nonprofit leadership, and trauma-informed care.
  • Explore creative formats for delivering content (e.g., microlearning, storytelling, gamification).

• Special Projects

  • Develop a signature training resource or toolkit by the end of the internship.
  • Contribute to the creation of a leadership development pathway for shelter staff.

• Instructional design and curriculum development in a nonprofit setting
• Trauma-informed and faith-based approaches to learning
• Real-world leadership and organizational development strategies
• How to translate complex topics into engaging, accessible content

• Currently enrolled in college (junior/senior undergrad or graduate student)
• Studying human resources, training, education, psychology, social work, nonprofit management, theology, or related field
• Strong writing, communication, and design skills
• Familiarity with Canva, PowerPoint, or e-learning tools a plus
• Open to learning, collaborating, and growing in a faith-based environment

• Flexible schedule to accommodate class commitments
• Mentorship from experienced nonprofit leaders
• Portfolio-worthy projects and real impact
• Opportunity to contribute to a mission of hope and healing

As part of the screening process, you may be asked to provide a pastoral reference. Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant County is a Christian organization that seeks to hire people who align with our beliefs in Jesus Christ. We welcome all Christian denominations into the mission.