Our internship and fellowship programs at ICED equip early career African researchers, evaluators, and policy analysts with hands on experience, mentorship, and leadership skills across multi-country development initiatives.

Economics and Statistics graduate with hands-on experience in financial reporting, programme support, and finance support. Skilled in turning data into clear insights, supporting day-to-day operations, and delivering accurate, timely work in fast-paced, evidence-driven environments.
Interning at ICED has taken me from theory to practice, handling financial reports, backing programme delivery, and turning numbers into insights teams can act on. As Helen Hayes said, 'The expert in anything was once a beginner'.

I am a Sociology graduate and Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Intern at ICED, passionate about social research, data-driven decision-making, and sustainable development. I am keen to strengthen my skills in monitoring and evaluation, contribute to evidence-based programmes, and use research and insights to drive meaningful social impact.
True impact lies not only in the change we create, but in the knowledge we gain and the lessons we carry forward.

IT graduate with hands-on experience in IT support, technical troubleshooting, end-user support, Microsoft technologies, and cloud computing. Skilled in resolving technical issues, supporting business operations, and delivering effective technology solutions in dynamic environments.
“My greatest achievement at ICED has been applying my IT knowledge in real-world settings, strengthening my skills in troubleshooting, user support, networking, Microsoft technologies, and cloud computing.”

Detail-oriented Data Analyst Intern with a strong foundation in quantitative research and statistical modeling. Proficient in managing datasets, executing statistical tests, and creating visual reports using SPSS and Stata to support data-driven solutions.
I started this internship just looking at data, but I’m leaving inspired by how much a clear insight can truly guide and help a team succeed.
Are you an early career African researcher, evaluator, or data analyst? Work alongside ICED's leading international experts and build your career in evidence-informed development.