Research And Development Intern

About Lumina

Lumina was founded by a group of like-minded professionals from diverse sectors, ranging from FAANG and blockchain to education and the charity space, united by a shared mission to strengthen and grow the philanthropic ecosystem through data centricity and accountability.

At Lumina, we work hard to be the go-to impact partner for philanthropists and charities, driving greater transparency and accountability in impact reporting through research and innovation. Our team is committed to being data-driven, innovative and collaborative, always striving for excellence in measuring and communicating impact. We believe that by strengthening trust across the philanthropic ecosystem, we can unlock the full potential of philanthropy to deliver more meaningful outcomes for beneficiaries and inspire greater giving.

About the Role

We’re looking for a curious, analytical and motivated Research & Development Intern to support our research and development efforts. You’ll play a key role in shaping how we define, measure, and report impact across various sectors. This role is ideal for someone passionate about data, outcomes, and building a more effective and accountable philanthropic space.

What You’ll Do

• Analyse public datasets, academic papers and policy frameworks to inform the development of impact metrics across various sectors
• Deepen our understanding of existing philanthropic models e.g. pay-for-success, outcomes-based financing to support our collaborations with subject-matter experts
• Conduct sector-specific research e.g. education, healthcare, poverty alleviation to surface insights on gaps, challenges and emerging trends
• Contribute to the development of robust, sector-specific frameworks and metrics that support meaningful outcomes for beneficiaries
• Support the design of tools and methodologies that promote collective impact and increase philanthropic engagement

Who You Are

• A critical thinker with a structured and analytical approach to problem-solving
• Academic background in social sciences, public policy, data science, economics or other research-focused disciplines
• Enthusiastic about working with data, metrics and evidence-based decision-making
• Passionate about building trust and vibrancy in the philanthropic space
• Strong communicator with the ability to distil and clearly present complex findings
• A self-starter who thrives in collaborative, fast-paced environments
• Experience or coursework in areas such as Theory of Change, impact measurement, social financing or philanthropy is a plus, but not required

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience in a purpose-driven, early-stage startup
• Exposure to real-world applications of research in philanthropy and impact measurement
• Opportunity to shape how we define and communicate impact to our partners
• Letter of recommendation or reference upon successful completion

How to Apply

Please apply through LinkedIn or email your CV and any relevant projects or writing samples to [email protected]