Faith & Development Intern

VisionFund's work seeks to end intergenerational poverty through financial products and services. We're about the long-term change that ensures children can break free of the poverty cycle, for good.

By supporting people and communities living in poverty to develop and grow their livelihoods, VisionFund is catalysing sustainable economic growth to break the cycle of poverty, so that children can reach their potential as communities thrive.

Learn more about us: visionfund.org

Faith and Development 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 providing you with a meaningful learning experience, where you will grow, acquire valuable skills, and connect with other passionate professionals who share our mission.

Internship Opportunity

VisionFund (VF), the Microfinance (MF) arm of World Vision, provides credit, insurance, and savings to underserved communities worldwide. We invest in the agency and God-given potential of our clients and see God grow new small businesses, human potential, and children’s futures through our work.

Join VisionFund’s Faith and Development team in supporting the most vulnerable through faith-integrated development. You will help implement the Empowered Worldview (EWV) and Mission Immersion Program (MIP), contributing to meaningful work that transforms lives across the world.

What You'll Do:

• Support Curriculum Development: Assist in consolidating SLA results, do desk research, talk to other EWV subject matter experts, organize working groups of Transformational Impact Managers (TIMs) to draft learning sessions, design flipcharts using the EWV learning template, schedule and track session pilots, and make revisions based on learning. 

• Facilitate Digital Rollout: Participate in the rollout of the EWV training digital tracking tool from VF Uganda to other MFIs across Africa.

• Document Impact Stories: Collaborate with Transformation Impact Managers (TIMs) to gather and document quality impact stories from the field.

Why Join us:

• Professional Growth: Develop skills in planning, data collection and analysis, creative reporting, and virtual collaboration.

• Faith-Based Learning: Deepen your understanding of Transformational Development and diverse faith expressions through hands-on experience.

• Global Exposure: Connect with regional teams across Africa and gain insight into international microfinance operations.

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

• Transform Lives: Take on challenging and meaningful work assignments while developing your technical skills and gaining valuable hands-on experience.

• 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:

• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent writing and cross-cultural communication abilities.

• Development Knowledge: Basic understanding of international development and a passion for serving others.

• Personal Attributes: Willingness to learn, meet deadlines, and engage with diverse teams.

• Passion to serve others: You are passionate about using your God-given talents and are keen to widen your hands-on experience in the poverty and microfinance sector.

• 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, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and Washington.

• Appropriate Fields of Study/Majors: International Development, Sociology, Educational Psychology, Theological/Missiological Studies, Anthropology, English, Communication, Creative Writing, Economics, etc.

• Internship Cohort Dates: 26 January – 24 April 2026. 

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

• Hours: Full-time (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: 26 January – 24 April 2026. 

• Recent college graduate or current student on 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.

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