Summer 2027 Internship Program

International Mission Board•Richmond, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The International Mission Board is seeking college students for its paid Summer 2027 Internship Program. Interns gain hands-on professional experience, build connections, and develop practical skills while contributing to mission-driven projects. Internship areas include archives and records, data and product management, digital marketing and design, AI, global partnerships, prayer strategies, HR systems, information security, project management, and visual arts and multimedia. The program is based in Richmond, Virginia, with required residence at the International Learning Center (ILC) in Rockville, Virginia, for the duration of the internship. Living on campus offers opportunities to build community, participate in organized activities, and engage in the internship experience. Interns must have their own transportation to travel to other office locations. The program runs from May 24 through July 30, 2027, Monday through Friday, on a full-time schedule. Compensation is $20.50 per hour. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and early applicants will be prioritized.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree or advanced degree at an accredited college or university.
Eager to gain hands-on professional experience and contribute to mission-driven work.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to engage effectively with diverse audiences.
Ability to take initiative, think critically, and solve problems in a dynamic environment.
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Adaptable, professional, and committed to continuous learning and personal growth.
Willing and able to reside at the International Learning Center (ILC) and have own transportation to travel to other office locations.
Passion for using skills, knowledge, and creativity to support IMB's mission and values.

Responsibilities

Archives, Libraries & Records Intern: Collaborate with information management professionals on history, technology, and records-stewardship projects to safeguard resources.
Data & Product Management Intern: Support data analytics and product management through data analysis, process documentation, project coordination, and stakeholder collaboration.
Digital Marketing & Design Intern: Research, develop, and apply AI-driven and emerging solutions to digital marketing projects, contributing audience insights and ideas.
Global Deployment AI Intern: Identify ways AI can improve missionary appointment and deployment processes, information access, and administrative workflows while supporting candidate care and personal engagement.
Global Partnerships Intern: Support programs and strategies that connect volunteers with mission opportunities, from short-term service to long-term engagement.
Global Prayer Strategies Intern: Research and document stories of answered prayer and ministry impact, connecting records and updates into narratives, timelines, and resources.
HR Systems Intern: Work with HR Systems professionals on business challenges and innovative uses of AI and automation to enhance organizational effectiveness and HR services.
Information Security Intern: Investigate threats, evaluate vulnerabilities, and help implement solutions to strengthen the organization's technology environment.
Innovation & AI Solutions Intern: Research, prototype, and test emerging AI technologies to improve decision-making and operational efficiency and identify solutions that enhance ministry impact.
Project Management Intern: Support project activities, coordinate with project managers and stakeholders, track milestones, and contribute to delivery of business initiatives.
Visual Arts and Multimedia Intern: Create visual content that communicates the organization's mission and supports ministry objectives and audience engagement.