Intern, Communities, Partners, and Impact

Job Description

Position Overview

The Rockefeller Foundation seeks an Intern for its Communities, Partners, and Impact (CPI) team. Reporting to the Senior Associate and working closely with the Vice President, this role supports strategic initiatives aligned with organizational priorities. The CPI team drives global inclusion efforts, fostering a culture of belonging and centering vulnerable communities. Responsibilities include engaging stakeholders and contributing to projects promoting inclusion and equity.

Program Details

• Open to graduate students currently enrolled in an accredited program.
• Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter as part of the application process.
• Work authorization in the United States is required.
• This is a year-long internship:
  • Full-time (35 hrs/week) during the summer (June–August 2026).
  • Part-time during the academic year (September 2026–May 2027), with a minimum of 16 and maximum of 20 hours per week.
• The position is based in New York City and requires in-office presence Monday through Thursday during the summer (June–August). The in-office presence during the academic year will be determined by the position supervisor with consideration for the Intern’s class schedule.

Hiring Range: $30–$35 hourly rate. This represents the present low and high end of the Foundation’s pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary based on various factors, including but not limited to experience. This is a non-exempt position and thus eligible for overtime pay.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of the OneRF Communities, Partners, and Impact (CPI) Strategy by contributing to team initiatives and deliverables.
• Support the assessment of RF Affinity Groups to identify best practices that promote success and sustainability.
• Contribute to the OneRF Community Chat Initiative by coordinating logistics and supporting engagement activities.
• Conduct research to inform CPI’s professional development curriculum and create resource guides for team learning.
• Provide organizational and project management support for planning and executing convenings, events, and workshops.
• Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to strengthen partnerships and advance CPI team goals.

Education, Experience, and Skills

• Currently enrolled in a graduate program in a relevant field (e.g., social impact, organizational development, communications, or related disciplines).
• Strong interest in community engagement initiatives.
• Basic research and analytical skills with the ability to synthesize information into clear summaries.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and willingness to learn new tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Detail-oriented with good organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks under guidance.
• Demonstrated curiosity, adaptability, and eagerness to learn in a professional setting.

Competencies

• Bias for Action: Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Decision Quality: Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Strategic Learning: Actively learns through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder.
• Values Differences: Recognizes the value of different perspectives, commits to being self-aware and respectful, and seeks to learn from new and different voices.

Disclaimer: Applications will be received until this position is filled.

About the Organization

History * Established the first schools of public health. * Provided early support in the United States for education "without distinction of race, sex or creed." * Developed the vaccine to prevent yellow fever. * Supported the establishment of international cultural institutions, including Lincoln Center in New York City and the Berkshire Music Festival at Tanglewood in Western Massachusetts. * Funded the modernization of agriculture in the developing world, known as the Green Revolution. Philanthropic Approach * Improving Opportunities for Poor People. We are committed to working with poor people to achieve lasting improvements in their lives. * Using Knowledge. We generate new, and harness existing knowledge to address the complex changes faced by poor people. * Global. We view poverty globally and are committed to working with poor people on the ground in targeted regions of the world. * Focusing on Lives and Livelihoods. Our work addresses the everyday challenges to poor people's lives and livelihoods.