Workforce Development Intern

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A Workforce Development Intern supports programs that help people gain job skills and connect to employment. The role is a mix of administrative support, basic data tracking, event coordination, and community outreach, often within a nonprofit, government agency, school, or employer training team.

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Key Responsibilities

Support planning and delivery of job training programs
Help coordinate workshops and hiring events
Assist with participant intake and enrollment tasks
Track attendance, progress, and outcomes in spreadsheets or systems
Prepare basic reports and presentation materials
Support employer outreach for job placements and work-based learning
Update program calendars, communications, and resource guides
Provide customer service to participants and partners
Assist with grant and program documentation
Maintain organized digital and physical files for compliance needs

Top Skills for Success

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Organization

Time Management

Customer Service

Data Entry

Spreadsheet Skills

Report Writing

Event Coordination

Stakeholder Communication

Community Outreach

Confidentiality

Equity Mindset

Career Progression

Can Lead To

Workforce Development Coordinator

Program Coordinator Career Services Assistant Training Coordinator Case Management Assistant

Employer Engagement Coordinator

Transition Opportunities

Workforce Development Specialist Career Coach Program Manager Employer Relations Manager Learning and Development Specialist Human Resources Generalist

Common Skill Gaps

Often Missing Skills

Outcome TrackingProgram Evaluation BasicsDatabase ManagementProfessional EmailingPresentation DeliveryEmployer Engagement

Development SuggestionsAsk to own one small project end to end, such as tracking attendance and summarizing outcomes. Practice building a simple weekly metrics dashboard in a spreadsheet. Shadow partner calls with employers and take notes. Request feedback on one written report or presentation each month.

Market Intelligence Report

Workforce Development Intern is part of the Career & Vocational Education category.Explore our market intelligence report to see how AI and hiring demand are shifting for these roles.

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Salary & Demand

Median Salary Range

Entry Level15 to 25 USD per hour

Mid Level45,000 to 65,000 USD per year

Senior Level70,000 to 100,000 USD per year

Growth Trend

Steady. Demand is supported by public funding, employer upskilling needs, and community programs. Hiring levels vary by local budgets and grant cycles.

Companies Hiring

Major Employers

Local workforce boardsCity and county government agenciesCommunity collegesUniversitiesNonprofit workforce organizationsYouth employment programsEconomic development organizationsStaffing agencies with training programsLarge employers running apprenticeship programs

Industry Sectors

GovernmentNonprofitEducationHealthcareManufacturingTechnologyStaffing and RecruitingCommunity Services

Recommended Next Steps

Choose a focus area such as youth programs, adult training, or employer partnerships

Build a simple portfolio with an anonymized report, event plan, and outreach email template

Learn one common tool used by the team such as Excel, Google Sheets, or a case management system

Schedule informational interviews with a career coach and a program manager

Volunteer to present a short program update in a team meeting

Track measurable results from your work such as event signups, attendance, or placements

Update your resume with impact statements using numbers and outcomes