[Hiring] MEAL & Child Protection in Emergencies Intern @World Vision

Role Description

Join World Vision’s Humanitarian Operations team as a MEAL & Child Protection in Emergencies Intern, working remotely within the US. This internship offers a three-month opportunity for talented students and recent graduates eager to dive into the international relief and development field.

As a Humanitarian MEAL & CPiE Evidence and Learning Intern, you will:

• Support a joint evidence and learning agenda by bringing together research, program insights, and operational learning.
• Help identify key patterns, gaps, and emerging trends.
• Transform complex information into practical learning products that strengthen emergency programming.

What You'll Do

• Support Evidence Synthesis: Review and synthesize research studies, evaluations, assessments, guidance documents, and program learning related to humanitarian MEAL and Child Protection in Emergencies.
• Contribute to Strategic Learning: Organize evidence around priority learning questions and support the development of concise learning products.
• Analyze Humanitarian Data and Trends: Review program and response data to identify patterns and learning opportunities.
• Explore CPiE Evidence: Examine evidence related to child protection outcomes and integration across humanitarian programming.
• Develop Learning Products: Translate technical information into accessible outputs such as summaries, notes, presentations, and visualizations.
• Support Knowledge Management: Organize evidence, datasets, and learning resources for improved access and use.

Why Join Us

• Build Evidence and Analytical Skills: Gain practical experience in evidence syntheses, literature reviews, and data analysis.
• Develop MEAL Foundations: Learn how MEAL systems support effective decision-making in humanitarian settings.
• Gain CPiE Experience: Understand how organizations assess protection risks and measure outcomes.
• Understand Humanitarian Learning: See how various data sources influence programming decisions.
• Strengthen Communication Skills: Communicate technical findings through clear and engaging products.
• Gain Global Humanitarian Exposure: Collaborate with colleagues across multiple countries.
• Meaningful Contribution: Take ownership of deliverables that contribute to MEAL and CPiE priorities.
• Expand Your Horizons: Explore the international relief sector and strengthen your Christian faith.
• Transform Lives: Engage in challenging work assignments while developing technical skills.
• Join an Inspiring Community: Connect with a diverse intern cohort and colleagues supporting children of all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to work with qualitative and quantitative information.
• Comfort working with data and strong Excel skills.
• Excellent writing skills for translating complex evidence into clear products.
• Ability to assess information and identify key insights.
• Collaborative mindset with diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Demonstrated interest in applying findings in practical ways.
• Enthusiasm for humanitarian programming.
• Commitment to the mission and values of World Vision.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Able to commit to at least 20 hours per week for the internship period.
• Current student or recent graduate from an undergraduate or graduate program (within 2 years).
• Adhere to World Vision International’s Christian Statement of Faith.
• Willingness to use own electronic devices for internship purposes.

Details

• Location: Remote within the US.
• Internship Cohort Dates: 25 January – 23 April, 2027.
• Stipend: Unpaid, with a monthly stipend of $800 for US-based interns.
• Hours: Full-time and part-time opportunities (20-40 hours/week).