About Cognizant Corporate

Cognizant Corporate is a global community united by a shared purpose: to make a meaningful impact. We are committed to excellence and driven by outcomes that matter. Collaboration is at the heart of how we work, and our forward-thinking mindset fuels continuous learning, innovation, and growth.

At Cognizant, careers transcend titles. We empower our people to think strategically, inspire others, and lead with purpose – always guided by our core values. Join us in shaping future of business.

About The Role

As a Teaching Assistant L&D you will drive impactful contributions and focus on outcomes. You will be a key member of the Corporate Learning & Development team, collaborating with in-house Full Stack Educator ecosystem who own end-to-end learning life-cycle. The Teaching Assistant & Content Developer (AI assisted) plays a dual role — acting as the backend content engine for Full Stack Educators (FSEs) and as an active classroom presence supporting entry level talent (alias GenC – Generation Cognizant) skilling batches. On the content side, this role uses AI enabled tools to develop high quality, SME ready, reusable, and scalable learning assets. In the classroom, the TA assists FSEs in guiding GenCs — delivering foundational topics, supporting learner engagement, and reinforcing Cognizant values, professional behaviours, and AI literacy. As a team of self-starters, you can work with impact with our vibrant people and culture all while enjoying unmatched learning opportunities.

In This Role, You Will

Support learning delivery — content and classroom

Support selfpaced and blended learning journeys
Prepare content artifacts, exercises, and guided materials used by FSEs during live sessions
Enable assessments, practice scenarios, and guided exercises for both in-person and digital delivery

Classroom facilitation support

Be physically present in GenC / Intern batch classrooms to actively assist the Lead Educator (FSE) — observe, guide, and support learners in real time
Independently deliver and facilitate foundational and soft-skill topics including: Cognizant values & code of ethics, professional behaviours & workplace readiness, stakeholder management & communication, AI foundation & Responsible AI awareness, and behavioural effectiveness for early career professionals
Monitor learner engagement, flag concerns, and escalate to the FSE where required, act as the first point of contact for GenC questions during sessions
Reinforce key learning moments, recap sessions, and support peer learning and cohort bonding within the batch
Share classroom observations and learner feedback with the FSE to enable timely interventions and content improvements

Design & develop learning content

Create storyboards, elearning modules, practice content, learning aids, and job aids
Structure content into clear learning paths aligned to objectives and assessments
Ensure content is ready for SME review, signoff, and deployment

AIassisted content creation

Use AI tools / agents (LMS apps) to:
Generate first drafts of content
Enhance explanations, examples, and scenarios
Create variations and personalization paths
Continuously improve prompt quality and AI usage effectiveness

Work closely with the full stack educator ecosystem

Act as backend support to FSEs for specific skills/domains
Incorporate educator and SME feedback into content iterations
Ensure alignment to curriculum, skill standards, and program outcomes

AI tools & platforms

LMS/ apps and AI content agents
GenAI tools for content generation, editing, and personalization
LMS, content repositories, and assessment platforms

Embrace our vibrant culture by striving for excellence, focusing on meaningful outcomes, and collaborating effectively. Take ownership, build relationships, and focus on personal growth to drive business strategy and foster an inclusive culture, creating unmatched career opportunities and impactful work.

What You Must Have To Be Considered

1-3 yrs. of hands-on experience in technical or professional learning content development
Working knowledge in at least one technical stack or domain (Java / DotNet / Python / Mainframe); commitment to periodic upskilling to stay current
AI & GenAI: GenAI tools, AI-assisted coding, prompt engineering
Classroom presence and learner engagement skills — ability to facilitate foundational topics (Cognizant Values, AI Foundations, Behavioural & Stakeholder topics) confidently in front of a GenC cohort
Strong observation and learner support skills — ability to spot disengagement, confusion, or struggle and respond with empathy and clarity
Strong written communication and content structuring skills
Ability to translate concepts into learnerfriendly explanations
Attention to detail, version control, and quality standards
Willing to travel across Cognizant locations where GenC batches are onboarded
A strong sense of ownership, desire to create meaningful outcomes, and passion for work that serves a greater good for customers, communities, or global challenges.
The embodiment of Cognizant's Values of: Work as One, Dare to Innovate, Raise the Bar, Do The right Thing, & Own It

These will help you succeed

Demonstrated proficiency in AIenabled content creation tools and GenAI platforms; must upskill on new AI capabilities periodically to stay effective
Applied knowledge of adult learning principles and L&D frameworks, with commitment to continuous learning and periodic upskilling

Work model

At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role's business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring 5 days a week in a Cognizant office in Chennai, Siruseri, Tamil Nadu.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

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