Instructional Design Intern

Date: Mar 3, 2026

Location: Northville, MI, US

Company: Tenneco

At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards; we set them, and we don’t settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it’s our Core Values – radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win – or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we’re determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry.

 

With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we’re all about getting stuff done, so we can win.

 

How do we make it happen? Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It’s what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success.

 

Here, you’ll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you’re ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you’ll thrive here.


Want to learn more about who we are? Check out
our website to discover the Tenneco Way

Job Description – Instructional Design Intern

 

ABOUT TENNECO

At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards; we set them, and we don’t settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it’s our Core Values–radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win–or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we’re determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry.

 

How do we make it happen? Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It’s what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success.

 

Here, you’ll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you’re ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you’ll thrive here.


Want to learn more about who we are? Check out
our website to discover the Tenneco Way.

 

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Intern in Instructional Design will support the Learning Creation and Design Team by helping transform training into engaging, scalable digital learning experiences. The intern will analyze existing content, contribute to the design of interactive digital modules, and support global translation and localization efforts to ensure consistent learning quality across regions. This role offers hands-on exposure to instructional design, digital learning innovation, and global leadership development within a corporate learning environment.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Support the design and development of digital learning solutions aligned to enterprise learning and development priorities
  • Analyze existing training materials and identify opportunities to adapt or redesign content for digital delivery
  • Contribute to learning design concepts for digital modules, including learner engagement, interaction, pacing, and practice opportunities
  • Assist with content organization, documentation, and quality review to ensure clarity and instructional effectiveness
  • Support translation and localization efforts for global learning programs, including coordination, review, and basic quality checks
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to capture design principles, insights, and lessons learned to inform future digital learning initiatives

 

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Learning Sciences, Education, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Communications, or a related field

 

Experience

  • 0–2 years of relevant experience, which may include academic coursework, applied projects, internships, or early professional experience in learning design or digital content development

Core Skills & Knowledge

  • Foundational understanding of instructional design principles and how adults learn
  • Familiarity with digital learning formats such as e‑learning modules, microlearning, blended learning, or multimedia content
  • Comfort working hands-on with content and tools (documents, presentations, collaboration platforms, learning assets)
  • Strong written communication skills in English, with the ability to review and refine learning content while preserving intent
  • Attention to detail, especially when reviewing learning materials and supporting localization or translation efforts
  • Analytical and critical thinking skills to assess learning content and suggest improvements for digital delivery

Nice to Have

  • Bilingual or multilingual capability
  • Exposure to global or cross-cultural learning environments
  • Basic awareness of translation or localization processes for learning content

Professional Attributes

  • Ability to collaborate across teams and regions
  • Self-directed, organized, and able to manage assigned tasks with minimal supervision
  • Strong learning mindset, openness to feedback, and interest in digital learning innovation

 

We don’t want average. We want exceptional. We want someone who’s hungry to build, unafraid to challenge, and bold enough to lead with empathy, speed, and precision. Sound like you? Let us know.  

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities