Join World Vision's Mission to Transform Vulnerable Children's Lives
With over 70 years of experience, World Vision is a global Christian relief, development, and advocacy organization dedicated to helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We're a team of 33,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries, driven by our Christian faith to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children from all backgrounds, even in the most challenging environments.
Innovation Communication Intern: A Unique Opportunity to Grow and Make an Impact
As part of our Summer 2024 internship program, we're offering a three-month remote internship opportunity for exceptional students and recent graduates to explore a career in the international relief and development sector. The Innovation Communication Intern will join our Innovation Team, contributing to the development of a strong innovation communications foundation and bringing fresh ideas to our current work.
Key Responsibilities:
- Content Creation: Copywriting and content editing to develop creative content, documentation, and press releases about innovation projects in World Vision.
- Visual Storytelling: Design and development of graphics, visually compelling reports, and short videos to be featured on various channels.
- Research and Capacity Building: Research on relevant topics to collect key reports and materials, and organize and share them on staff platforms for capacity building.
- Social Media Strategy: Development of social media strategy and creation of posts – written, graphics, and videos.
What You'll Gain:
As an Innovation Communication Intern, you'll have the opportunity to:
- Learn about innovation work in the humanitarian sector and acquire real-life skills in a 34,000-employee organization.
- Access weekly professional development programming delivered by WV People and Culture.
- Be surrounded by people who motivate and inspire you.
- Make a lasting impact on the lives of the most vulnerable children.
Essential Qualifications:
- Able to commit to a minimum of 24 hours per week for the entire internship period (20 May – 16 August 2024).
- Eligible to work in the United States (US Citizen/resident/F1-student visa) with a valid U.S Social Security Number.
- Physically located in one of the eligible states where WVI is registered as an employer.
- Current or recent graduate from an undergraduate program (within 2 years) in Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, or related fields.
- Adherence 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.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Video editing experience.
- Experience in writing, graphic design, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Comfortable working as part of a virtual and global team.
- Passionate about using your God-given talents to positively impact children.
What We Offer:
A competitive monthly stipend of $800, opportunities for professional growth and development, and the chance to be part of a global organization making a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable children.
Our Culture and Benefits:
At World Vision, we celebrate and embrace each staff member's diverse background and talents, knowing that together, we can make a difference. Our organizational culture reflects a "Partnership" of World Vision offices in 100 countries and 33,000+ staff working towards one vision: life in its fullness for every child. We provide employees with a competitive "Total Rewards" package tailored to the context in which they work.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're a motivated and creative individual with a passion for storytelling and a desire to make a positive impact, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join our team as an Innovation Communication Intern and be part of a global movement transforming the lives of vulnerable children.
This is a low-stress role with great rewards. If you're reliable and willing to learn, we want you. Apply now and be part of our mission to bring life in all its fullness to every child.
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