Mastercard Foundation 2026 Internship (11 Months - Non-Extendable) at Mastercard Foundation

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

• As an Intern, you will be assigned on an 11-month fixed term non-renewable program to support projects and initiatives across various Teams at the Mastercard Foundation
• You will engage in Foundation initiatives including our signature onboarding and orientation program
• You will have access to the Foundation's career development program and e-learning platforms during the course of your work-term

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

• You are eligible to work in one of the seven African countries in which the Mastercard Foundation operates. These are Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, and Uganda
• You are actively involved with community projects and/or participation in extracurricular activities serving your local communities
• This is a full-time opportunity, and interns cannot be engaged in any other form of work during the duration of the Internship
• If you are a Mastercard Foundation Scholar Alumni, you should not currently be enrolled in a program of study or a participant in one of the Foundation's program initiatives

HOW YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE

• Support the design, implementation, and monitoring of programs aligned with youth employment, education, and entrepreneurship goals
• Conduct research and data analysis to inform program design and decision-making
• Assist with reporting, knowledge management, and documentation of lessons learned
• Participate in stakeholder engagement activities, workshops, and learning sessions.
• Provide administrative and logistical support for events, trainings, or partner convenings.
• Collaborate across teams to ensure smooth program delivery and internal operations.
• Contribute innovative ideas to enhance youth-centered programming and engagement.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the Foundation’s strategic objectives

WHO YOU ARE

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with 0 – 4 years’ experience
• Bachelor’s degree in any field from a recognized institution
• Demonstrated interest in youth development, social impact, and inclusive growth in Africa
• Strong academic performance and proven ability to apply theoretical knowledge in practice