Resource 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

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 giving you a meaningful learning experience, where you will grow, gain valuable skills, and connect with other passionate professionals who share our mission.

VisionFund International (VFI) is the microfinance arm of World Vision, dedicated to providing credit, insurance, and savings services to underserved communities worldwide.  

Join the Resource Development and Management team responsible for VisionFund's funding acquisition and management efforts. This internship will support the Resource Development & Management team in raising funding for VisionFund’s strategic vision and building a diversified future funding portfolio.

Our portfolio is focused on Institutional Grant funding from foundations, multilaterals, and government, and through Philanthropic Fundraising, working closely with both WV Support Office Teams and WV National Offices and VF MFI teams.

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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 20 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 in those devices.

Applicant Types Accepted:

World Vision is a Christian humanitarian organisation with a mission centred on following Jesus Christ in service to the world´s most vulnerable children. Therefore, in all locations to the fullest extent legally permissible, the successful applicant will affirm our core documents, observe conduct compatible with Christian principles, serve at a high level of professional ethics and strive to act in accordance with cultural sensitivities. Furthermore, regular attendance with team and office devotions, chapel and prayer gatherings are expected in line with policies in the World Vision host location and its departments.