Talent Development Intern

At Food Bank For New York City, our greatest asset is our people. Our dedicated team, known proudly as “Food Bankers” represents a diverse community united by a shared mission: To empower every New Yorker to achieve food security for good. We’re a collaborative, driven, and passionate team dedicated to social impact. If you’re energized by purpose-driven work and a values-led culture, we’d love to meet you. 

Position Summary:
The Talent Development Intern will support learning, development, and organizational effectiveness initiatives that strengthen employee capability, engagement, and performance. This role combines exposure to learning and development with strong administrative support, offering hands-on experience in organizing systems, creating processes, and supporting people-centered work in a mission-driven nonprofit environment. Key responsibilities include:

• Help manage learning platforms (LMS) or shared training resources by uploading content, tracking participation, and maintaining records
• Assist with foundational implementation of Leadership Development Program and resources
• Support development of engagement initiatives, materials and learning resources
• Collaborate to analyze internal talent development data and provide recommendations
• Conduct research on learning best practices, nonprofit talent development trends, and tools
• Provide general administrative support as needed to advance L&D initiatives

Skills: 
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Education, Organizational Development, Nonprofit Management or a related field
• Compassionate, patient, and sensitive to the needs of people experiencing food insecurity
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently with guidance
• Basic skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Benefits:  
• Meaningful, hands-on experience in talent development and select HR functions
• Exposure to both strategic and administrative aspects of nonprofit and people-focused work
• Individualized development tools such as Gallup’s CliftonStrengths and LinkedIn Learning
• Mentorship and feedback from experienced professionals
• Time with senior executives at intern specific fireside chats
• Presentation skills, present your completed project(s) to The Food Bank stakeholders