Internships
Convoy of Hope offers multiple world-class opportunities allowing students to develop skills based on personal goals, serve with team members on field-driven projects, and contribute to compassion work in the global community.
No matter your interest, Convoy of Hope provides real-world experience. Be a part of our driving passion to feed the world.
Today, Convoy of Hope is known for what we do. In the future, I hope we’re known for what you do.
What to expect
What does a student experience with Convoy of Hope look like?
Convoy of Hope
Internships
Convoy of Hope Internships allow students interested in humanitarian relief and development to serve a full semester with highly trained and experienced team members in most org-wide initiatives. While this experience is traditionally for those looking to gain college credit at their university, Convoy is eager to train the next generation of world changers.
Short-Term Shadow
This half-day experience allows students to visit the Convoy of Hope Global Headquarters & Training Center in Springfield, Missouri, and observe up to two org-wide initiatives.
Stories of Hope
Chick-fil-A Leader Academy Students Partner With Convoy
The Gift of Time: Kent & Vickie Gussiaas’ Story
Not Just Picking Up Coffee: Interns Help a Community in Need
Chick-fil-A Packs Two Million Meals for Convoy To Distribute
Center for Agriculture Provides Growth Opportunities for Interns, Veggies & Chickens
Convoy Volunteers Serve Survivors of Disasters & War
Students in Action
Opportunities
Explore a nonprofit internship in
a field that interests you.
Children’s Feeding Intern
The days, months, or years a child spends without proper nutrition create problems that last a lifetime. Students serving in Convoy of Hope’s Children’s Feeding track will have the opportunity to see how strategic programming can provide meals and improve educational opportunities for children on a global scale. Not only will students work with our Global Program team focusing on program and logistics, they will also serve with feedONE, the advocacy and fundraising arm of our Children’s Feeding initiative.
Location: Springfield, Missouri
Community Engagement Intern
Guided by a Guest of Honor principle, Convoy of Hope works with local partners and loyal volunteers to serve communities both big and small. The Community Engagement track allows students to serve with four very unique teams: Community Events, Field Teams, Rural Initiatives, and Volunteer Engagement. Serving in this track will give students the opportunity to learn valuable skills and resources for serving others with dignity and honor.
Location: Springfield, Missouri
Creative Writing and Content Intern
Writers often find inspiration in what surrounds them. And while putting pen to paper can be therapeutic, it can also be a tool to serve others. At Convoy of Hope, the Content Team tells stories that amplify the voices of those in need. This team creates engaging content for the website, prepares scripts for impactful videos, tells inspiring stories, and uses creative writing to move people to compassion.
Location: Springfield, Missouri
Development Intern
In our first 30 years, Convoy of Hope has had the opportunity to serve with strategic partners and develop positive relationships. It’s these relationships that drive support and allow Convoy to respond with sensitivity and intentionality. The Development team assists with partnership development/management, monitoring/reporting, and most importantly, building relationships. Students serving with the Development team will have the opportunity to collaborate with various teams, gaining hands-on experience in partnership management within a humanitarian context.
Location: Springfield, Missouri
Disaster Services Intern
During times of natural and humanitarian disaster, Convoy of Hope responds with tangible aid and acts of compassion. Students serving in the Disaster Services track will get a firsthand look at how Convoy prepares to distribute essential emergency supplies such as food, clean water, hygiene items, and more. Students will also learn strategies for providing long-term assistance to help people rebuild and recover. Disclaimer: Deployment during a disaster response is not guaranteed.
Location: Springfield, Missouri
Finance Intern
Convoy of Hope strives to be good stewards of the resources provided by its partners. We simply cannot do what we do without monetary gifts and procured supplies. The Finance team plays a pivotal role in supporting the financial operations of the organization and its initiatives, while ensuring the efficient management of assets. Students serving with the Finance team will be introduced to nonprofit financial reporting and documentation, as well as forecasting and compliance.
Location: Springfield, Missouri
Global Agriculture & Food Security Intern
The potential for lasting change is in the soil, and the best solutions are grown at home. With Convoy of Hope’s agricultural training and resources, students have the opportunity to learn from specialists trained in soil science, horticulture, and food nutrition. Not only will students serve at our on-site Agriculture Station, they will also connect with global nutrition experts and assist in researching how to help international farmers’ fields take on new life.
Location: Springfield, Missouri
Graphic Design Intern
As a field-driven response organization, Convoy of Hope looks to serve in a variety of ways. Students serving on Convoy of Hope’s graphic design team will play a crucial role in crafting visual communication that helps raise awareness and drive support for critical issues. By connecting empathy with creativity, students will help amplify the voice of those in need and promote positive influence on a global scale.
Location: Springfield, Missouri
Information Technology Intern
Technology is constantly evolving. As the workplace is filled with technological
advancement opportunities, it’s important to understand how to move forward successfully and how to serve those who are looking to advance their knowledge. Convoy of Hope’s Information Technology team is constantly looking for ways to elevate the organization in the world of technology. Students serving in this track will see not
only how Convoy operates in this way, but also how the team serves the organization with live production, cybersecurity, and so much more.
Location: Springfield, Missouri
Public Engagement Intern
The Convoy of Hope Public Engagement team plays a pivotal role in fostering
relationships between the organization and the general public. It’s the team’s goal to ensure the organization’s mission and initiatives are effectively communicated in a way that raises awareness and support, allowing Convoy of Hope to respond in times of need. Students in this track will have the opportunity to serve an external audience in a variety of ways, including social media strategies, facility tours, and press release curation and distribution, all while valuing our Guest of Honor principle.
Location: Springfield, Missouri
Video Production Intern
According to a World Bank study published in “The Voice of the Poor,” the poor often define the word poverty as “shame,” isolation,” and “voicelessness.” Understanding this framework, the Convoy of Hope Video Team strives to generate deliverables that create
an external voice for those we serve. Students serving in the Video Production track will not only gain hands-on experience with video editing, set design, and lighting, but will contribute to our mission of raising awareness and driving action for humanitarian causes across the globe.
Location: Springfield, Missouri
Women’s Empowerment Intern
When women participate in Convoy of Hope’s Women’s Empowerment program, they are equipped to provide for their families and change their communities. Convoy partners with women and girls on an international scale by providing them access to resources, connecting them with thriving and resilient communities, and helping them create sustainable businesses and advocate for themselves — creating opportunities that last for generations. Students serving in this track will not only work with our Global Program team focusing on programming, but will also serve with Convoy:Women, the advocacy and fundraising arm of our Women’s Empowerment initiative.
Location: Springfield, Missouri
