Learning & Development Intern
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) · Alexandria, VA · Yesterday
Human ResourcesInternship
Role and Responsibilities
- Administrative Support - Perform data entry, document filing, and general record-keeping tasks. Assist with preparing presentations, reports, and other communication materials.
- Scheduling and Meeting Coordination - Schedule and organize meetings, including preparing agendas and capturing notes or minutes. Support team collaboration efforts by maintaining accurate tracking of task assignments and action items.
- Research and Data Compilation - Conduct research and gather information needed for current projects or team initiatives. Compile data into organized formats such as spreadsheets, reports, or summaries.
- Communication Assistance - Respond to emails, phone calls, or inquiries in a professional manner. Communicate effectively with internal team members and external partners as appropriate.
- Event and Logistics Planning - Help with organizing small-scale team or departmental events, including coordinating schedules, venues, and supplies. Assist in tracking expenses or resources for assigned activities.
- Special Project Support - Participate in specific short-term projects, offering input, assistance, and execution of tasks as directed. Work collaboratively with team members and departments to achieve project deadlines.
- General Office Operations - Ensure operational spaces are maintained and supplies are stocked. Perform errands or miscellaneous tasks to support organizational functions.
- Learning and Development - Actively engage in training, mentoring opportunities, and networking within the organization. Seek feedback and incorporate learning into assigned tasks to enhance performance.
- Problem-Solving Assistance - Identify solutions to minor operational or procedural challenges under supervision. Contribute ideas to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
- Reporting and Metrics - Assist in tracking team or departmental goals by supporting efforts to collect, review, and report on performance metrics.
Required Skills
- Basic functional, administrative, and analytical principles
- Execution of tasks using well-defined processes
- Ability to work under general oversight without day-to-day supervision
- Familiarity with business and functional terms and acronyms
- Initiative to learn new skills and apply them
- Proactive in seeking additional responsibilities and helping teammates
- Participation in relevant internal training classes
- Active involvement in work groups or Communities of Practice (COP)
- Exploration of ongoing external training and certifications in respective functional areas
Required Competencies
- Collaboration/Teamwork: Engages others across roles through communication and mutual respect, shares insights, enabling effective teamwork to ensure collective success.
- Technical and Functional Skills: Leverages technical and functional expertise to deliver high performance, addresses challenges, and supports business needs while pursuing continuous skill development.
- Entrepreneurialism: Fosters innovation, evaluates ideas, and advances initiatives with sound judgment and organizational awareness to drive growth and impact.
- Communication: Communicates clearly and effectively, fostering understanding, collaboration, and alignment through active listening and impactful messaging.
- Customer Focus: Prioritizes customer needs, builds trust, and delivers exceptional service by using insights to drive improvements and strengthen relationships.