Learning Technology Intern
Title: Learning Technology InternDepartment: Professional ServicesSquad: Learning Technology & InnovationAbout Us:
We deliver the most advanced and flexible learning experience for certification, credentialing, test prep, continuing education, and training. Our cloud-based learning platform helps training organizations, associations and the extended enterprise deliver a highly engaging and effective learning experience for individuals looking to advance their careers. We incorporate the latest in learner-centered technology, including personalization, gamification, data science, usability and omni-channel delivery. We’re sitting in a pivotal time in the BenchPrep history. The number of learners on our cloud-based learning platform has reached almost 7 million in 2021. We’re committed to helping people learn better, and that starts with our own people. Your RoleLearning Technology Interns will support customer use of our platform as they load content delivered to learners as a web-based application. The successful applicant will be using available technology to manipulate, ingest, style, and enhance the wide variety of educational materials we receive from enterprise customers. As a Learning Technology Intern, some of your tasks will require close collaboration while other more open-ended projects must be taken on independently and approached creatively. As a member of our team, you will play an active role in the day-to-day production of our customer’s learning products as well as team initiatives that will shape the future of our organization.Learning Technology Interns will:
- Assist in the review various content file formats and determine the conversion method to transfer the content into our content management system, BluePrint
- Assist in the creation of CSV files and other ingestion templates to enable the import of content
- Work with customers to define all necessary styles and create CSS for online courses
- Provide consultation for adding interactive content into customer programs/courses
- Collaborate with our team’s Learning Content Managers for optimal learner experience
- Perform thorough quality assurance (QA) for HTML/CSS in new courses as needed
- Learn and use industry advances to keep delivering exceptional learning experiences
- Collaborate within BenchPrep to plan new platform features
In addition to working directly with various members of the Professional Services team, you will also work with our Learning Technology Manager and Resource Operations Manager for coaching and mentoring on your career development aspirations. In the process of the internship, you will also gain exposure and perspective as you experience working in an education technology startup.Skills and Experiences We Value**You have coursework in technology, education, design or communications. You are interested in applying technology in innovative ways to education and training. You excel in learning new technologies and are comfortable clearly communicating your ideas and contributing to a team environment. You enjoy working with others to support the proprietary technologies that enable our learning programs.
- Demonstrated attention to detail
- Familiarity with HTML and CSS
- Current enrollment in a 2- or 4-year undergraduate or masters-level collegiate program and applicable personal or professional experience in education and/or technology
- Interest in instructional design and/or technology
- An understanding of complex spreadsheet formulas
- Experience reading or writing Regular Expressions
- Experience reading or writing computer code
- Familiarity with a learning management system and
- Familiarity with working with a content management system
- Ability to contribute remotely to both highly collaborative and more independent projects, including reliable access to high-speed internet and availability during the CT workday
**Note: We know that excellent candidates can have all sorts of backgrounds and experiences, so please don’t hesitate to apply even if you don’t meet 100% of the listed requirements! CompensationAs part of this internship program, you will be paid $20/hr. This position is not eligible for benefits. Job TypeThis role can be filled by someone with ability for either 20 hrs/week or 40 hrs/week. Duration4–6 months, with opportunity to extend.Life at BenchPrep: We work at BenchPrep because we’re dedicated to the mission and each day we have an opportunity to be challenged and learn. We work hard and have lots of fun. Culture is our lifeline at BenchPrep. We celebrate our people, both professionally and personally. We care about learning so much that we offer employees $1,200 annually to develop their skills so they can continue to operate everyday with new skills. It’s no wonder we were selected in Inc’s Best Workplaces of 2020 and Crain’s 2020 Best Places to Work in Chicago lists. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.We are looking for high performing and motivated professionals who are excited about the chance to leverage technology to impact the lives of millions of learners. Join us.