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Role Description

Join World Vision’s Sponsorship in Programming (SiP) team as a remote intern and help shape how sponsorship drives meaningful, lasting impact for children. This internship blends data analytics, research, and storytelling to support smarter programming, stronger child-sponsor engagement, and evidence-based decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Project 1: RC Inclusion & Participation Mapping (Priority 3)
  • Objective: Strengthen how Registered Children (RC) participate in sponsorship by learning from innovative programme models.
  • Participation Model Review: Compare and analyze different participation models (such as the Uganda CDPC model, Wave 1 Area Programs (APs), and traditional APs) to identify what works best.
  • Engagement Pathway Mapping: Document how children engage in sponsorship activities across selected Field Offices (FOs).
  • Learning & Tool Development: Support learning sessions and help design practical tools that improve RC inclusion at the field level and Horizon system level.
• Deliverables
  • FO Learning Briefs: Four short learning briefs highlighting strong practices from Field Offices.
  • RC Participation & Benefits Mapping Tool: A practical tool showing how children benefit from participation at AP and FO levels. A child-friendly tool that can be populated by the RC child in the age group of 12 to 18 years.
  • Comparative Analysis Report: A concise report comparing participation approaches and key lessons.
  • Organisation-Ready Tools: A Child Journey Mapping Framework ready for wider use.
  • Learning Event Materials: Content to support lessons-learned or sharing events.
• Project 2: CS Impact Measurement Using Programme & Child Data (Priority 4)
  • Objective: Use data to tell a clear, evidence-based story about Child Sponsorship (CS) impact / Change.
  • Data Preparation: Extract, clean, and harmonize datasets from existing programme and child-level data sources.
  • Data Analysis: Analyse child well-being, engagement, and outcome indicators using quantitative methods.
  • Pilot Study Support: Assist with data processes for a five-FO pilot study for the period FY 2023 to FY 2025.
• Deliverables
  • Clean, Analysis-Ready Datasets: Prepared datasets for five Field Offices.
  • Analytical Outputs: Clear summary tables and visuals to communicate insights.
  • Technical Annex: Documentation of findings, data gaps, and limitations.
  • Final Report Contribution: Inputs into the Q4 pilot study report.
• Overall Outcomes by the end of the internship period
  • Shared Best Practices: Innovative RC participation practices documented and shared across four Field Offices.
  • Completed Pilot Study: Five-FO pilot study (Marco trends, good practices, and data gap areas) using existing programme and child data.

Qualifications

• Graduate-level coursework or training in evaluation, operational research, analytics, or related quantitative fields (current students or recent graduates welcome).
• Experience working with datasets, conducting analysis, and turning results into clear insights.
• Ability to collaborate effectively, share ideas clearly, and actively listen in a global, virtual team environment.
• You are responsible, responsive, and enthusiastic about using your God-given talents to influence the world positively.
• 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

• Must be 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 24 hours per week for the entire internship period: 1 June – 28 August 2026.
• Current student or recent graduate from a 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 in those devices.

Benefits

• Build hands-on skills in data analysis, research, and technical reporting using real programme data.
• Learn how data informs decisions that improve children’s lives across diverse global contexts.
• Gain practical experience in impact measurement, evidence generation, and programme learning within an international NGO.
• Explore the international relief sector, unleash your leadership skills, and strengthen your Christian faith with Weekly Professional Development Sessions.
• Take on challenging and meaningful work assignments while developing your technical skills and gaining valuable hands-on experience.
• 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.

Company Description

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.