HQF – Development Intern

Job Category

AO – Administration/Operations

Our mission is simple:
We “seek to bring forth and establish the cause of Zion.” We do this by cultivating employee development programs and initiatives throughout the Headquarters Facilities Department of over 800 employees. We provide resources that empower our workforce. Our interns work in an uplifting atmosphere as they assist the employee development team in administrative and talent development tasks. In addition to all of this, we provide our interns with the opportunity to see how principles and practices learned in their educational institutions are applied in a real professional setting.

Our interns are a valuable part of our team and will contribute significantly to our work.

• Work in a wholesome environment with implemented gospel practices
• Gain hands‑on experience and expertise in talent development and business administration
• Opportunities to expand your professional network within Church employment and access to a collection of resources hand‑tailored for your professional development
• Access to Fitness Facilities and Wellness Programs
• Wide variety of Employee Discounts

Compensation:
New Higher Wages $21/hr+ depending on experience and education

Monday:
Must be available to work in the office from 10:30 am – 3:30 pm

Tuesday – Friday:
Flexible hours must be available for one three‑hour block during the workday (between 8:00 am – 5:00 pm)

12 months, 20–28 hours per week, part‑time

Church Office Building, Downtown Salt Lake City, UT with the option to work remotely outside of required office hours

• New Hire Orientation and Onboarding:
  Assist in designing and delivering onboarding materials that support a smooth transition for new employees
• Development and Implementation of Employee Development Programs:
  Contribute to the creation of training materials, including videos, podcasts, presentations, and interactive workshops that promote employee growth and engagement
• Talent Development Initiatives:
  Support initiatives focused on leadership development, career development, mentoring programs, and ongoing skill‑building opportunities
• Collaboration Across Departments:
  Partner with various teams and departments to drive organization‑wide development projects, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
• Employee Engagement and Feedback:
  Help gather employee feedback through surveys and focus groups to assess the effectiveness of training programs and identify areas for improvement
• Administrative Support:
  Manage scheduling, email correspondence, meeting support, and preparation of presentations and reports to ensure smooth project execution
• Event Coordination:
  Assist in planning and coordinating employee development events such as workshops, seminars, and recognition programs
• All other duties as assigned by management

• Self‑motivated individuals with the ability to manage multiple work assignments and are a current student or have graduated within the last 12 months
• Enjoy working in a highly collaborative team and are highly proficient in Microsoft Office 365
• Strong written and verbal communication skills as well as the ability to work autonomously
• Must be a worthy member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and hold a current Temple Recommend to apply
• Paid Interns are qualified while enrolled in an educational institution and for one year following graduation; they must sign a Paid Internship Engagement Letter

Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings—giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world.

They are literally working in His kingdom. Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church.

The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.