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Kiva internships
Kiva is a nonprofit dedicated to expanding financial access to help underserved communities thrive. Since 2005, over 5.5 million people have used Kiva loans to start businesses, feed their communities, or develop climate solutions that benefit us all. Apply for a volunteer internship and join the passionate community of people dedicated to making that possible.
Two chances to apply
Intern applications open twice a year: winter starting in January, and summer starting in July.
Six months of learning
Get real-world experience in your field and make a difference from day one.
Part-time hours
Spend 24-32 hours per week learning from industry leaders and working across the organization.
Remote internships
All U.S.-based Kiva internships are remote. You just need a laptop and reliable wifi!
“My internship at Kiva was a meaningful experience where I felt supported by an amazing team and a mission-driven culture. As an intern, I was trusted with real responsibilities and could see how my work contributed to expanding financial access. That sense of purpose and the people I worked with made it an easy decision to come back full-time.”
— Roma, Senior risk analyst, Kivan and former intern
Why become a Kivan?
Big change starts here. A social impact internship with Kiva gives you six months of hands-on learning with an innovative, internationally-recognized nonprofit at the intersection of technology and social impact, complete with a modest stipend. With volunteer intern positions available across the organization, you'll contribute to meaningful projects while working with a supportive team of Kiva employees (aka Kivans!). Develop your professional skills, grow your career, and make lifelong friends and valuable connections along the way. Kiva interns have a wide range of backgrounds, and some have even come back to work full-time!
“My internship at Kiva was incredibly supportive and filled with people from many different backgrounds and walks of life, all united by a shared mission. During my internship, I felt encouraged to grow, try new things, and apply my strengths in ways that created real impact both within the organization and throughout the world. I am proud to continue to contribute to these things as a full-time employee.”
— Joseph, U.S. operations associate, Kivan and former intern
How to apply for a Kiva internship
Looking to make a difference as an intern? Here’s what to expect from our application process.
1. Apply
Get your resumé and cover letter ready. Tell us, in your own words, why you want to join Kiva’s intern program!
2. First interview
If there’s a fit, we'll email (from a @kiva.org email) to schedule a Zoom interview with our People & Culture team.
3. Second interview
This is when you get to meet your future manager. We’ll reach out to schedule an interview via Zoom.
4. Offer
If the hiring manager sees a fit for their team, you'll be offered an internship position. Time to celebrate!
“After finishing my Peace Corps service I was eager to learn about international development from the corporate side and Kiva was the perfect fit! During my internship, I had the opportunity to collaborate with Kivans around the globe, many of whom had decades of experience in international development and philanthropy. I am immensely grateful that my internship not only helped me develop, but also led me to a full-time position at Kiva.”
— Molly, Partner success senior associate, Kivan and former intern
Internship areas of focus
Interns are placed with teams throughout Kiva based on their strengths, skills, and career goals. Areas of focus can include:
Communications Community support Creative Development Impact investments Marketing Operations Program management Product and design
Other ways to get involved
Looking for other opportunities to join our community? There are so many ways to become a Kivan.
Kiva Promoters
Whether you're a passionate advocate, community leader, or someone who loves to share good things — you can inspire more people to make change by sharing Kiva.
Kiva Ambassadors
Kiva has launched an Ambassador Community, and we’re inviting you to build it with us! Together, we can open even more doors to financial opportunity through word-of-mouth and community building.
Volunteers
From translating loan profiles to reviewing stories for accuracy, volunteers play a critical role in bridging the language gap to tell Kiva borrower stories.
Careers
A career with Kiva means the chance to help people change their lives — all while working with an amazing group of talented, purpose-driven people.