WE ARE CURRENTLY ACCEPTING RÉSUMÉS FOR FALL 2019 INTERNSHIPS

(We will review applications as they are submitted. Note: Positions will close on Friday, July 26. Please keep this in mind and do not delay in applying!) 

Is your Global Studies or International Development coursework fueling your passion for helping with issues of global poverty?  Do you want your education to catapult you into non-profit work that gives you meaning and does good in the world?  Do you want an incredible learning experience that will expose you to non-profit work, culture, relevant projects and experts in their field?  The World Vision Internship program is looking for interns with all of the above: passion, ambition, and a desire to put their skills into practice in their area of interest. 

In return, we will give you the opportunity to gain knowledge and understanding of how a large non-profit functions.  You will receive support and mentorship from World Vision management and team leaders. You will have the opportunity for networking and informational interviews with staff at all levels, which can possibly help you in determining future career paths.  You will be part of a dynamic departmental team, attend appropriate departmental meetings, and other activities that will be enhancing our team capacity to better serve children worldwide!

*Note - interns will not have the opportunity to travel internationally.

Required Skills

The Child Protection & Education and the Regional Engagement teams are looking for interns who have:

• Taken relevant courses in International Relations, Business, Global Studies, International Development, Public Relations, Communications, Journalism
• An understanding or interest in US foreign assistance, grant proposal development, implementation, monitoring and program evaluation
• Data Analysis skills and exposure to statistical programs
• A strong interest in conducting research, writing literature reviews and copy editing drafts related to humanitarian issues particular focused on grant pre-positioning and proposal development

Required Experience

• Completion of undergraduate degree or enrollment in or recent completion of graduate program
• Available 20-29 hours a week for a minimum of 10-12 weeks (to up to 6 months) beginning in early September 2019
• Eligible to work in the United States (US citizen/resident or F1-student visa)
• Proficient to advanced in Microsoft Office
• Excellent writing and research skills
• Attention to detail and strong analysis skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Language (French or Spanish) skills a plus

The Child Protection & Education and the Regional Engagement teams are looking for interns who have:

• Taken relevant courses in International Relations, Business, Global Studies, International Development, Public Relations, Communications, Journalism
• An understanding or interest in US foreign assistance, grant proposal development, implementation, monitoring and program evaluation
• Data Analysis skills and exposure to statistical programs
• A strong interest in conducting research, writing literature reviews and copy editing drafts related to humanitarian issues particular focused on grant pre-positioning and proposal development