Evaluation & Learning Intern - Summer 2027
About The Position
The Evaluation and Learning intern will contribute to projects and activities that provide practical experience in evaluation and learning, while gaining exposure to measurement and evaluation tools and their application across sectors including climate change, impact investing, news and journalism, and technology and AI. The intern may also support emerging tasks and smaller projects that contribute to professional development, and will have opportunities to shadow staff to learn about different 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. The internship runs from June 8 through August 11, 2027, and is paid, with hourly rates starting at $22.00. Housing assistance for non-local students may be available and will be discussed during the interview process. Eligible students must be returning to school.
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.
Nice To Haves
- Study in a program such as nonprofit management, social sciences, public health, or public policy.
- Completed coursework involving research, qualitative or quantitative data collection, or data analysis; this is strongly desired but not necessary.
Responsibilities
- Conduct bespoke research projects using AI or support the design and facilitation of emergent learning exercises.
- Practice hands-on evaluative 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 staff members to understand different roles and responsibilities.
Benefits
- Paid internship, with hourly rates starting at $22.00.
- Housing assistance for non-local students may be available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
