After-School Program Fall 2026 Intern - Unpaid

International Rescue Committee•Louisville, KY

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

Requirements

Must be a current undergraduate or graduate student, or less than 12 months past graduation, preferably in the fields of Education, Social Work, or related.
Access to a personal vehicle/reliable transportation; IRC Louisville cannot support securing transportation or housing for interns.
Candidates must be a U.S. citizen or must have active and compliant visas and work authorization status in the United States (the IRC must not be represented as a sponsor or host in any application, filing, or other context for an intern).
Primary availability between 1:00 PM EST and 5:00 PM EST on Mondays and Wednesdays for the after-school program.
Ability to handle sensitive client information confidentially.
Strong intercultural communication skills, including demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and across language barriers.
Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
Adherence to IRC volunteer/intern and workplace policies
Fluency/proficiency in English, both spoken and written, are required; proficiency in language(s) spoken by client group is desired, but not required.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in language(s) spoken by client group is desired, but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide academic assistance, including tutoring and homework support, to middle and high school students in after-school programs.
Assist in organizing after-school enrichment activities focused on cultural integration and social development.
Alongside EYS staff, coordinate transportation logistics for students to the after-school program space.
Support planning educational outings and community-building events for program participants.
Support students in building confidence and adaptability within U.S. school systems.
Help facilitate communication between students, families, and school staff.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

10 sick days
10 US holidays
20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure
medical insurance starting at $163 per month
dental starting at $6.50 per month
vision starting at $5 per month
FSA for healthcare and commuter costs
a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching
disability & life insurance
Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.