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The Rockefeller Foundation · 7 hours ago

Summer Intern, Strategic Learning and Impact

New York, NY, US

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$30/hr - $35/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

The Rockefeller Foundation is a pioneering philanthropy built on collaborative partnerships at the frontiers of science, technology, and innovation that enable individuals, families, and communities to flourish. The intern position supports the Strategic Learning & Impact team in developing intelligence through analyses and stakeholder mapping, contributing to monitoring and evaluation frameworks, and assisting in drafting guidance for capacity building.

Innovation ManagementVenture Capital

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Develop intelligence (e.g., landscape reports, stakeholder mapping, methodology reviews) to inform the Foundation’s impact measurement approaches

Leverage new tools—including AI-powered platforms—to systematically scan for emerging signals and collaborate with program teams to translate findings into actionable strategic insights

Support SL&I, program teams, and grantees on specific monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) workstreams, such as developing theories of change, impact measurement frameworks, and strategic learning questions, under the guidance of the Manager

Contribute to guidance and tools for Foundation staff, grantees, and partners on impact measurement and strategic learning practices

Collect, analyze, and synthesize reader feedback on the Foundation’s annual impact report

Qualification

Impact measurementData analysisMonitoringEvaluationMS ExcelData visualization toolsStrategic learningCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Currently enrolled in a graduate program in international development, international relations, public policy, public health, economics, business, finance, or a related field

Demonstrates foundational experience or coursework in impact measurement, evaluation, strategic learning, data science, or strategy

Able to analyze, synthesize, visualize, and communicate both quantitative and qualitative information in a clear and accessible manner to a variety of audiences

Interest in one or more of the Foundation's focus areas, such as climate, energy, public health, food systems and nutrition, innovative finance, or economic opportunity

Possesses basic proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Monday.com, and data visualization tools, with a demonstrated ability to quickly learn new software applications

Takes initiative as a self-starter, consistently applies strong organizational skills, and maintains attention to detail in all tasks

Work authorization in the United States is required

Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter as part of the application process