Digital Channels Intern

With over 70 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.

Come join our 34,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!

Key Responsibilities:

Digital Channels- Social Media 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’re dedicated to giving you a meaningful learning experience, where you’ll grow, gain valuable skills, and connect with other passionate professionals who share our mission.

Internship Opportunity

Join the Public Engagement team and tell World Vision's story across digital (web and social) channels. We are bridge builders, utilizing these platforms to raise awareness of the heartbreaking needs of the world's most vulnerable children. Through compelling narratives and impactful visuals, we highlight how our experienced and dedicated teams worldwide are making a difference through sustainable relief and community-development initiatives

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What You'll Do:

• Digital Media Management Support: Assist with the day-to-day management of World Vision’s vibrant social channels, engaging directly with our diverse audience.
• Creative Content Creation: Craft compelling content and social media assets that amplify our impactful marketing campaigns and inspire action.
• Analyze and Amplify: Track social media engagement metrics to uncover top-performing ideas and campaigns, paving the way for scalable impact.
• Storytelling with Impact: Optimize evergreen social media content that effectively communicates World Vision's mission across different channels and to various audiences.

Why Join us:

• Communications Strategy Development: Learn how World Vision effectively communicates to showcase the positive impact of our ministry and inspire others to join us in bringing the fullness of life to children around the world.
• Gain Advocacy and Public Engagement Skills: Develop critical thinking skills and expertise in raising awareness of pertinent issues, influencing public opinion and policies, and mobilising the organisation towards meaningful action.
• 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:

• Social Media Passion: You enjoy spending time on social media across multiple platforms.
• Trend-Spotting and Content Creation: You are quick and creative in jumping on social media trends and adapting to their ever-changing landscape.
• Communication Skills: You have experience in writing and editing in English.
• Visual Storytelling: You are well-versed in graphic design, photography, and video creation
• Responsibility and Enthusiasm: You are responsible, responsive, and enthusiastic about using your God-given talents to positively impact the world.
• 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: Journalism, Public Relations, English, Photography, Videography, Graphic Design, or related field.
• Internship Cohort Dates: 27 January – 25 April. 
• Stipend: this internship is unpaid, but all US-based interns receive a monthly stipend of $800.
• Hours: Full-time and part-time opportunities are available (24-40 hours/week)

Eligibility

All candidates must meet the following requirements:

• At least 18 years of age.
• Eligible to work in the United States (US Citizen/resident or F1-student visa) and have a valid US Social Security Number.
• Able to commit to at least 20 hours per week for the entire internship period: 27 January – 25 April. 
• 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: