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With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.

Come join our 31,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children's life stories!

Key Responsibilities:

Humanitarian Transformation Intern

Remote within the US

World Vision Internships offer a three-month opportunity for talented students and recent graduates eager to dive into the international relief and development field. We are dedicated to giving you a meaningful learning experience, where you will grow, gain valuable skills, and connect with other passionate professionals who share our mission.

Internship Opportunity

Join the Humanitarian Transformation team and help advance digital and process transformation across World Vision's humanitarian operations. This team works to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and impact by leveraging automation, data-driven decision-making, innovative technologies, and business process optimization.

As a Humanitarian Transformation Intern, you will collaborate with colleagues across Disaster Management, technology, analytics, and field operations to support the adoption of new tools and ways of working. Through hands-on projects and research, you will contribute to solutions that help humanitarian teams respond more effectively to crises and better serve vulnerable communities around the world.

What You'll Do:

• Priority 1: Automation Development: Support the design, development, and testing of low-code solutions using Microsoft Power Platform tools, including Power Automate and related technologies.

  • Process Improvement Solutions: Assist in creating productivity solutions that reduce manual effort, improve consistency, and enhance operational efficiency.

  • Documentation and Knowledge Sharing: Develop user guides, implementation documentation, and other resources that support solution adoption and sustainability.

• Priority 2: Innovation and Emerging Technology Research: Research emerging technologies, artificial intelligence capabilities, and digital tools relevant to humanitarian operations.

  • Innovation Assessments: Conduct comparative assessments of potential technology solutions and contribute recommendations for future implementation.

  • Proof-of-Concept Development: Assist in developing demonstrations and pilot solutions that showcase innovative approaches to humanitarian challenges. Present findings to team stakeholders if necessary

Priority 3: Data and Performance Insights: Support the collection, analysis, and interpretation of project and operational data.

• Reporting and Visualization: Assist in developing dashboards, reports, and visualizations that support informed decision-making.

• Information Management: Contribute to information and knowledge management activities that strengthen team collaboration and organizational learning.

Why Join Us:

• Build Digital Transformation Experience: Gain practical experience in automation, business process improvement, digital transformation, and innovation within a global humanitarian organization.

• Develop In-Demand Technical Skills: Learn how to use Microsoft 365 technologies such as Power Automate, Power Apps, Copilot, SharePoint, and related tools to solve real-world business challenges.

• Strengthen Analytical and Innovation Capabilities: Build skills in process mapping, business analysis, data visualization, stakeholder engagement, requirements gathering, solution design, and continuous improvement.

• Gain Exposure to Humanitarian Operations: Develop an understanding of how technology can strengthen disaster response, programme delivery, and humanitarian impact worldwide.

• Receive Coaching and Mentorship: Benefit from regular guidance and mentorship from the Humanitarian Transformation Analyst while contributing to meaningful projects.

• Collaborate with Global Teams: Participate in project meetings, solution design sessions, stakeholder engagements, workshops, and planning activities across multiple regions and functions.

• Expand Your Horizons: Explore the international relief sector, unleash your leadership skills, and strengthen your Christian faith with Weekly Professional Development Sessions.

• Join an Inspiring Community: Form connections with a diverse nationwide intern cohort and colleagues who, inspired by their Christian faith, support children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places.

What You'll Bring:

• Analytical Thinking: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate complex processes and identify opportunities for improvement.

• Interest in Technology and Innovation: Enthusiasm for digital transformation, automation, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies.

• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present ideas clearly and effectively.

• Organization and Attention to Detail: Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and quality.

• Collaboration: Ability to work independently while effectively contributing within a remote, global team environment.

• Learning Agility: Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and willingness to learn new technologies and approaches.

• Microsoft 365 Familiarity: Experience with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint, is beneficial but not required.

• Commitment to our Mission: You have a demonstrated commitment to and alignment with the goals, mission, and vision of World Vision, embodying its values in all aspects of your work.

What You Need to Know:

Details

• Location: Remote within the US. You must be physically located in one of the following states where WVI is registered as an employer: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia (Washington D.C.), Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and Washington.

• Appropriate Fields of Study/Majors: Humanitarian Studies, International Development, International Relations, Political Science, Business Administration, Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Information Systems, Innovation Management, Digital Transformation, or other interdisciplinary programmes combining humanitarianism, technology, business, analytics, and innovation.

• Internship Cohort Dates: 25 January - 23 April 2027.

• Stipend: This internship is unpaid, but all US-based interns receive a monthly stipend of $800.

• Hours: Full-time and part-time opportunities are available (30-40 hours/week)

Eligibility

All candidates must meet the following requirements:

• At least 18 years of age.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States (e.g., U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or F-1 student visa holder with valid work authorization) and possess a valid U.S. Social Security Number.

• Able to commit to at least 30 hours per week for the entire internship period: 25 January - 23 April 2027.

• Current student or recent graduate from an undergraduate/graduate programme (within 2 years).

• Adhere to World Vision International's Christian Statement of Faith.

• Willingness to use own electronic devices for internship purposes, and disposition to let WVI install endpoint security software on those devices.

Applicant Types Accepted:

World Vision is a Christian humanitarian organisation with a mission centred on following Jesus Christ in service to the worlds most vulnerable children. Therefore, in all locations to the fullest extent legally permissible,the successful applicant will affirm our core documents, observe conduct compatible with Christian principles, serve at a high level of professional ethics and strive to act in accordance with cultural sensitivities. Furthermore, regular attendance with team and office devotions, chapel and prayer gatherings are expected in line with policies in the World Vision host location and its departments.