About the role#
This internship provides a three-month opportunity for students and recent graduates to explore a career in the international relief and development sector. You will work with the Principal Investigator and Senior Technical Advisor for Nutrition to support research on food-based approaches, infant and young child feeding, and malnutrition prevention strategies. This role is remote and involves participating in weekly team meetings while gaining hands-on experience in research and data analysis.
What you'll do#
- Identify information sources and develop search strategies for food-based approaches.
- Retrieve and systematically review materials from peer-reviewed journals and international organizations.
- Analyze quantitative and qualitative data to extract insights and identify trends.
- Clean quantitative data for the Positive Deviance/Hearth program.
- Synthesize findings, assess source credibility, and document the review process.
- Communicate results in a detailed report including evidence, gaps, and actionable recommendations.
- Liaise with the nutrition team to support ongoing research and project developments.
What you'll need#
- A Master's degree or current enrollment in a graduate program in Public Health, Global Health, Nutritional Science, or a related field.
- Experience in systematic and desk reviews, including literature search and data extraction.
- Proficiency in quantitative data analysis using SPSS and MS Excel.
- Strong ability to organize complex ideas into coherent written narratives.
- Excellent attention to detail and time management skills.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Willingness to use your own electronic devices and allow the installation of endpoint security software.
- Adherence to World Vision International’s Christian Statement of Faith.
Location & details#
- Term: Winter 2027 (January 25 - April 23, 2027).
- Modality: Remote within the United States.
- Compensation: This position is paid via a monthly stipend of $800.
- Eligibility: You must be a current student or have graduated from a graduate program within the last two years. You must also be legally authorized to work in the United States.
About World Vision
World Vision is a nonprofit organization founded in 1950. It operates as a Christian humanitarian, development, and advocacy group. The organization focuses on child welfare and poverty reduction in nearly 100 countries. It employs over 10,000 people and maintains its headquarters in London.
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