Evaluation & Learning Intern - Summer 2027

MacArthur Foundation•Chicago, IL

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Evaluation & Learning Intern will contribute to activities and projects that provide practical experience in evaluation and learning, while gaining exposure to measurement and evaluation tools and their use across sectors including climate change, impact investing, news and journalism, and technology and AI. The intern may also take on flexible tasks and smaller projects that support professional development, and will have opportunities to shadow staff members to learn about their roles and responsibilities. The internship is based in Chicago, Illinois, in a hybrid work environment with designated in-office and virtual days. Interns must reside in the Chicagoland area for the duration of the program. Housing assistance for non-local students may be available and will be discussed during interviews. The internship runs from June 8 to August 11, 2027, and is paid, with hourly rates starting at $22.00.

Requirements

Be a student in an undergraduate or graduate program and be returning to school after the internship.
Have an interest in evaluation, learning, research, and data analysis and visualization.
Possess strong writing and communication skills.
Reside in the Chicagoland area for the duration of the program.

Nice To Haves

Study in a nonprofit management, social sciences, public health, or public policy program.
Completed coursework involving research, qualitative or quantitative data collection, or data analysis; this is strongly desired but not required.

Responsibilities

Conduct bespoke research projects using AI or support the design and facilitation of emergent learning exercises.
Practice hands-on evaluation and learning tools.
Create and conduct presentations, meet with internal and external partners, and practice project management.
Attend Evaluation and Learning team meetings and relevant Foundation events.
Shadow different staff members to understand their roles and responsibilities.