Finance Learning Content Developer Intern (Finance)
Washington, AR - USA
Job Summary
Save the Children
For over 100 years Save the Children has been fighting for the rights of children. The right to a healthy start in have access to education. To be in a safe environmentprotectedfrom harm. We work in some of the worlds hardest-to-reach places over 100 countries including the U.S. No matter what your role is when you join Save the Childrenyourecreating positive irreversible change for children and the future we all share.
The Role
As theFall 2026 Finance Learning Content Developer Internyoullbe integral to our work in helping vulnerable children achieve a brighter future. You willpartner with the Finance Division to design and deliver a series of engaging agency-wide training sessions that help non-finance colleagues confidently navigate our financial management system read budget vs. actual reports submit invoices and expense reports and understand the annual budget process. By making finance accessible to every department you will free up colleagues across Save the Children to spend more of their time on what matters most programming that improves childrens lives. You will work alongside experienced finance leaders content owners and the People & Culture team to build a sustainable learning library thatlives onlong after your internship ends.
Location
Hybrid Washington DC Fairfield CT or Lexington KY office locations
WhatYoullBe Doing (Essential Duties)
*notinclusive of all role responsibilities. May be subject to change
Considerations for this level:
- Content design and curriculum development (45%) Translate complex finance topics financial management system navigation budget vs. actual reporting requisitions and invoice submission expense reports the annual budget process donor-restricted vs. unrestricted funding project coding and fiscal year-end close into 60-minute training sessions designed for non-finance audiences using adult-learning principles.
- Training materials production (20%) Build visually engaging slide decks screen-recorded walkthroughs and printable one-page job aids using agency-approved templates and the training software specified by People & Culture; ensure all content meets accessibility standards (Section 508 closed-captioning ready) so it can be used by every colleague across the agency.
- Subject matter expert coaching and rehearsal (10%) Prepare each business process owner to deliver their session confidently; run rehearsals develop FAQ scripts based on anticipated questions and provide constructive feedback on delivery pacing and clarity so finance colleagues who are not natural trainers can present effectively.
- Cornerstone learning portal partnership (10%) Partner with People & Cultureto develop processto post recorded sessions to Cornerstone set up learning paths and tag content for discoverability; track view counts completion rates and learner feedback in Cornerstone analytics on a recurring cadence.
- Measurement and continuous improvement (5%) Build a simple dashboard tracking attendance view counts knowledge-check pass rates and qualitative feedback themes; provide monthly summary reports to Finance Division leadership and surface improvement opportunities for future content.
- Documentation and knowledge transfer (5%) Maintain a content library of source materials templates scripts and recordings; produce a handover document so the Finance Division can sustain and refresh the training program after the fellowship ends.
Required qualifications for the role
- Currently enrolled in or recent graduate (within the last 12 months) of a Bachelors Masters or equivalent program in instructional design adult learning organizational development communications business administration accounting finance or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience translating technical or specialized content into clear accessible learning materials for non-expert audiences. A portfolio orworksamples (slide decks written guides training videos or e-learning modules) arerequiredas part of the application.
- Strong self-direction skills with proven ability to coordinate work across multiple stakeholders on overlapping timelines without daily supervision.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills including ability to interview subject matter experts listenforthe real question behind the question and produce learner-facing materials at the right reading level.
- Creative approach to making technical content engaging comfort using visuals scenarios analogies storytelling and adult-learning techniques to keep non-finance audiences attentive across a 60-minute session.
- Strongproficiencyin Microsoft PowerPoint Word Excel Outlook and Teams; comfort producing screen recordings and editing video.
- Comfort with ambiguity and willingness to learn agency-specific financial systems terminology and processes; able to ask clarifying questions work iteratively and incorporate feedback gracefully.
- Demonstrated commitment to Save the Childrens mission values and child safeguarding principles.
- Professional proficiency in MS Office suite
- Professionalproficiencyin spoken and written English
Preferred qualificationsâfor the role
- Prior coursework or work experience in adult learning theory instructional systems design (e.g. ADDIE SAM) curriculum development or training delivery.
- Experience producing video content screen recordings or interactive e-learning modules using tools such as Articulate Storyline Articulate Rise Camtasia Loom or Vyond
- Familiarity with learning management systems experience with Cornerstone OnDemand is preferred; experience with Workday LearningDocebo or similar platforms is also valued.
- Prior internship or work experience in a non-profit federally funded or grants-driven organization with exposure to donor-restricted funding concepts.
- Working knowledge of fundamental financial and accounting concepts budgeting revenue recognition restricted vs. unrestricted funding project accounting or accounts payable workflows.
- Coursework or experience in change management internal communications organizational development or training-the-trainer methodologies.
Whats In It for You
Professional Development
- Hands-on experience working on high-impact global initiatives
- Structured skill development and engagement program (SME trainings social mixers and LinkedIn Learning courses)
- Access to mentorship from experienced leaders in humanitarian and nonprofit sectors
- Opportunities to present your work and insights to leadership
Deep Connections & Collaboration
- Build authentic relationships with a diverse mission-driven cohort of colleagues and fellow interns
- Join a community that values inclusion belonging and collective success
Agile Work Environment
- Hybrid and flexible working models that support autonomy and innovation
- Agile team structures that allow you to contribute ideas and implemented them
- Trust-based culture focused on outcomes not just hours
Purpose-Driven Work
- Make a meaningful difference in childrens livesyour work directly contributes to global change
- Opportunity to align your personal values with your professional journey and share with mutually invested colleagues
Classification:Intern / Fellow
Compensation: $17.00-$17.95 / hour (depending on location)
Hours: maximum 24 hours per week
Dates:September 28 2026 December 11 2026
About Us
Save the Children is committed to conducting its programs and operations in a manner that is safe for the children it serves and helping protect the children with whom we are in contact. All Savethe Children representatives are explicitly prohibited from engaging in any activity that may result in any kind of child abuse.
Save the Children is committed to minimizing safety and security risks for our valued employees ensuring all are given trainingsupportand information to reduce their risk exposure while maximizing the impact of our programs for children and families. Our shared duty both agency and individual is toseekandmaintainsafe working conditions for all.
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Required Experience:
Intern
About Company
Save the Children is a leading humanitarian organization for children. Our charity has changed the lives of over 1 billion children in the U.S. and around the world.