[Hiring] Humanitarian Transformation Intern @World Vision

Role Description

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.
  • Conduct comparative assessments of potential technology solutions and contribute recommendations for future implementation.
  • 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.
  • Assist in developing dashboards, reports, and visualizations that support informed decision-making.
  • Contribute to information and knowledge management activities that strengthen team collaboration and organizational learning.

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate complex processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Enthusiasm for digital transformation, automation, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present ideas clearly and effectively.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and quality.
• Ability to work independently while effectively contributing within a remote, global team environment.
• Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and willingness to learn new technologies and approaches.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint, is beneficial but not required.
• 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.

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.

Benefits

• Gain practical experience in automation, business process improvement, digital transformation, and innovation within a global humanitarian organization.
• Learn how to use Microsoft 365 technologies such as Power Automate, Power Apps, Copilot, SharePoint, and related tools to solve real-world business challenges.
• Build skills in process mapping, business analysis, data visualization, stakeholder engagement, requirements gathering, solution design, and continuous improvement.
• Develop an understanding of how technology can strengthen disaster response, programme delivery, and humanitarian impact worldwide.
• Benefit from regular guidance and mentorship from the Humanitarian Transformation Analyst while contributing to meaningful projects.
• Participate in project meetings, solution design sessions, stakeholder engagements, workshops, and planning activities across multiple regions and functions.
• Explore the international relief sector, unleash your leadership skills, and strengthen your Christian faith with Weekly Professional Development Sessions.
• 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.