For U.S.-based Students

Build a career in evidence-based international development

The Network for Effective Evidence-Based Development (NEED) connects students across top U.S. universities with high-impact opportunities in the sector. We are supported by a SVCF grant recommended by Coefficient Giving.

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200+

Student members

Universities

What We Do

We support students in three ways

As a NEED member, you'll have access to career opportunities, a vibrant community of like-minded peers, and resources to deepen your understanding of evidence-based development. Here's how we help you build your career in high impact work.

Recruiting

We connect students with high-impact organizations through exclusive recruiting channels.

View NEED's internship board with exclusive opportunities
Join chats with hiring organizations
Join our frequently-updated WhatsApp group with open roles - link here

Community

Join a network of ambitious students across U.S. universities.

Become a campus liaison and lead NEED at your university
Apply for conference funding and join a NEED delegation
Attend our meet-ups and connect with other students in your field

Learning

Deepen your understanding of global health and development.

Request free books on evidence-based development
Access organizations like Effective Thesis, High-Impact Professionals, and School of Moral Ambition
Attend educational events with leading academics and practitioners

Our Network

200+ members from top U.S. universities

Columbia University

Duke University

Georgetown University

Harvard University

Johns Hopkins

MIT

Princeton University

Stanford University

UC Berkeley

University of Chicago

Yale University

Tufts University

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Get Involved

Be a part of our network

For students

Are you a student at a U.S. university interested in building a career in international development? Sign-up to become a member of NEED and receive regular communications about opportunities, programming, and events.

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For employers

Are you an organization looking to recruit talented students passionate about evidence-based development? Connect with our network of 200+ members across top U.S. universities.