Internship

Internship in training, facilitation & positive psychology

Are you prepared to dive into real-world training & facilitation, and discover new positive psychology tools, while exploring your talents & insights about yourself?

Then you found the right place! At Trainers Toolbox, we offer a unique and engaging online internship experience.

As an intern, you’ll have the chance to tailor your journey with hands-on learning and deep insights on how to become a trainer & how to develop your skills in shaping memorable learning experiences.

What is a trainer and facilitator?

A trainer is someone who designs and delivers workshops on diverse topics - from presentation skills or communication skills to positive psychology topics such as wellbeing.
Trainers Toolbox focuses specifically on guiding trainers to keep improving their skills in workshop design and delivery through various workshops and tools.

A facilitator in the context of training refers to someone who guides and supports a group during a learning process, rather than simply delivering information.
While Trainers Toolbox primarily works with trainers, facilitation is an essential skillsset for every trainer who looks to create deep, experiential learning experiences. That is why on Trainers Toolbox one of our main focus areas is development of facilitation skills for trainers.

What does the internship look like?

Within your internship, you will have a chance to:
Participate in a mentoring program tailored to align your personal interests within the field of training and facilitation as well as positive psychology within the scope of projects and initiatives active during your internship. While the intention is to customize your experience according to your goals and interests, the specific focus will also be influenced by the Trainers Toolbox projects and priorities at the time. For example, you may be asked to design engaging workshop slides, curate a newsletter email, or assist with preparing podcast episodes.
Combine your internship with contributions to Happiness Academy, an initiative focused on developing workshops from diverse topics from positive psychology. Alternatively, your internship can focus solely on Trainers Toolbox, depending on your interest!
Get a peek at the behind-the-scenes of running a training, facilitation, and coaching business. Learn directly from the founder and owner of Trainers Toolbox and Happiness Academy.
Get insights on how training works, how to become a trainer and what are the main skills a trainer needs to know, discover specialized tools trainers can use, support creating engaging training programs, and learn new skills through exposure to different training-related projects.
Develop or learn new skills in using diverse programs and platforms such as YouTube editing, Asana (project management tool), WordPress (writing blogs), Elementor (website editing), MailerLite (sending newsletters), Canva (presentations and handout tool), Notion (knowledge management), Miro (online whiteboard for workshops and team collaboration), Keynote (slides design for presentations) and more.
Join workshops and courses delivered by the founder of Trainers Toolbox offered free of charge.
Join a Life Design workshop, to clarify your life vision and plans.
Have flexible working hours based on your own schedule while working remotely.

Internship duration & location

Location: Fully remote.

Duration: 3 to 6 months (5–6 months recommended for maximum project exposure).

Flexibility: You define your own start dates and weekly work schedule.

Commitment: Minimum 10 hours/week (15–25 hours/week preferred).

Higher weekly hours allow for involvement in more diverse tasks and initiatives.

Who is your supervisor?

Mirna Šmidt is a trainer, speaker and coach of positive psychology and train the trainer.

She teaches people how to live happy and fulfilled lives and works with trainers to build their toolbox of educational strategies, to host engaging workshops, and to enhance their collaborative and instructional abilities and in, skills for trainers and interpersonal skills. She is full of positive energy andin loves with helping others the development their own skills and learn how to foster this skill development in othersin others peoples’ skills, through new experiences and travel.
In parallel with her IT career in advanced technologies, she acquired over 18 years of experience in training during which she has collaborated on numerous international learning projects and with many companies in diverse industries.
Mirna completed postgraduate studies in Applied Positive Psychology at Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge, NLP Masters practitioner and a range of coaching and training related education. She is the founder of Happiness Academy, an initiative through which she is designing and delivering a broad range of positive psychology educational events and materials. Mirna also started Trainers Toolbox, a project through which she is developing creative tools for trainers and coaches.
Read more about Mirna at Mirna’s website and her background in training or at LinkedIn.

How to apply?

Please provide the following information via the contact form:
A bit about yourself, your background, and your interests.
Your goals for the internship - why would you like to join and what would you like to achieve.
The areas and topics within training, facilitation, coaching and positive psychology that interest you the most.
Your desired timeline - when you would like to start and finish, and how many hours per week would you like to work.
Note:
It is recommended to apply early (ideally even six months in advance) because internship positions are limited and fill up quickly - we take a maximum of 2 interns in parallel and often receive very early signups.
There's no need for formality, but please be honest and thorough in your response to make sure that there is a match between the internship and your interests.
If you have any questions or need clarification, feel free to reach out and share your thoughts or concerns. We're happy to answer any questions you might have about the internship or Trainers Toolbox

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Testimonials

Here is what previous interns say

A Positive Psychology internship at Happiness Academy and Trainers Toolbox doesn’t just mean learning about the science of Positive Psychology or the practical side of running your own business. More than that, it means experiencing what it’s like to be part of a supportive, engaging, and ever-evolving company, where Mirna makes you feel right at home. Parts of the internship are tailored to your own interests, letting you explore your ideas and passions. Other parts are the necessary tasks that keep things running smoothly. But above all, most of it is wonderfully nagging, new, knowledgeable, adaptive, challenging, positive and fun. These are the ingredients that keep me motivated, and I was lucky enough to experience them all, along with Mirna’s constant support whenever I needed it. Thank you, Mirna, for giving me a glimpse into your world, your knowledge, your expertise, and the warm, inspiring person that you are. I truly enjoyed working with you, and I believe even greater things are headed your way. Happiness really is at the heart of this internship and fits right with the name 😉

Laura HaeckClinical and Positive psychology MSc graduate at Tilburg University in the Netherlands, Luxembourg

My internship with Mirna was more than I could wish for! Except from taking the time to figure out what it is that I would like to learn and do during my time with her, she actively helped me throughout every step of the way. I learned a lot of stuff (from practical and technical skills to scientific tools and theories) and discovered more about myself as a professional and an individual alike. Mirna makes sure to listen to your needs and worries, while making the learning process fun and engaging. Additionally, Mirna is simply a wonderful person; her cheerful attitude, open mind and relaxed approach really creates an environment where you feel free to express yourself and can authentically flourish. I wouldn’t give it a second thought: an internship with Mirna is worth it no matter who you are and what your professional background is. It was an internship like no other, that truly felt like a beautiful journey into self-discovery, personal and professional development!

Xan GeorgiouPositive Psychology MSc student at Tilburg University in the Netherlands, Greece

The collaboration with Mirna was extremely valuable for me. In the 4 months in Zagreb, I learned a lot about how to start a business in the field of workshops and coaching. I got to know the wide range of aspects that are included in running projects like Happiness Academy and Trainers Toolbox. Mirna was welcoming, full of positive energy and always curious about my ideas. We shaped our time together in alignment of our interests into a diverse and insightful period which truly enriched and advanced me on my career path. I was able to develop my personal working style as well as my delivering and presentation skills and expanded my knowledge of positive psychology. Thank you, Mirna, for this amazing experience!

Chiara ZeroniPsychology MSc student at University of Applied Sciences Heidelberg, Germany

I would highly recommend the Positive Psychology Internship to anyone looking to gain hands-on experience in positive psychology, performance, and life skills in general. I did a remote internship with Mirna, and I had two big takeaways. The first was getting practice with useful skills like copywriting and editing (although if you are interested in developing other skills, Mirna will certainly work with you on that). The second takeaway was that I got to attend a number of valuable Happiness Academy courses free of charge, which has really helped me align my goals and actions as I prepare to enter the professional world. You cannot go wrong by choosing to learn from Mirna. She is very positive, warm, and understanding, which removed stress from the internship for me. She is never condescending and takes your opinions very seriously – she will often note down your thoughts to consider. If you are at all considering this internship, do yourself a favor and send Mirna an email!

Reed Pryorstudent of Arts in Psychology at Harvard University, USA

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Who is this internship for?

The internship is open for anybody interested in training and facilitation (and potentially positive psychology). Most of our previous interns had a background in psychology, philosophy, or business.

Is this internship paid?

It is unpaid. As it is focused on your learning and exploring new skills, it therefore takes quite a big investment of time from Trainers Toolbox for mentoring. To compensate you for your time, it is possible to get a spot on some of Happiness Academy and Trainers Toolbox courses - but this is subject to what exact course might be running during your internship so make sure to check in about the options.

Are there any requirements?

Your interest should be aligned with the activities and values of Trainers Toolbox. Background in positive psychology is a plus but is by no means a requirement. Being honest and comprehensive in your application is important, so there can be a right fit for you. The only truly important requirement is a high level of personal responsibility - if you commit to taking over a certain task and responsibility, it is important that you follow it through.
Interns who get the most out of the experience are proactive, creative, and passionate about positive psychology.

What can I expect in terms of work rhythm and style?

You can expect a lot of independence in your work style, where you create your own schedule, are assigned several tasks simultaneously that align with your goals for the internship and are supported with monthly zoom calls with your mentor. Most communication is coordinated over email, and organizational websites such as Asana and Notion, as well as Zoom calls based on specific tasks and regular sync up calls (usually monthly or bi-weekly).

When do I need to apply?

Applications are open all year long, apply now! But be aware that applying ideally six months in advance is preferred as it can ensure better organization and you will be more likely to fill an open spot quickly.

Will I work with other interns or just a mentor?

Depends on the moment in which you join the internship and the tasks at hand. If other interns will be interning at the same time, then there may be minimal collaboration across tasks and group calls to organize some overarching topics, but most of your work is between you and Mirna. This allows you to have more complete hands-on experiences to develop your skills and interests. However, there is still a collegial, supportive, and positive community among interns and Mirna that everyone benefits from.

Can I get credits for my University?

This depends on your University’s requirements. Most Universities require an experienced supervisor, which Mirna can offer, as she is an MSc graduate in applied positive psychology.

Are there specific Language requirements?

English is the main language, as 90% of the work is in English. It is an advantage if you speak Croatian, but by no means a requirement.