After-School Program Spring 2027 Intern - Unpaid

International Rescue Committee • Louisville, KY

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About The Position

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking an unpaid intern to support its after-school program in Louisville, Kentucky, during Spring 2027. The program serves middle and high school students. The intern will provide academic support, help organize enrichment activities, assist with transportation coordination, and support educational outings and community-building events. The role also helps students build confidence and adapt to U.S. school systems, and supports communication among students, families, and school staff.

Interns receive in-depth training about IRC programming and client needs, including training on IRC’s federal R&P and APA service agreements and related program requirements. Interns who may interpret for clients receive guidance on interpreting policies, and additional activity-specific training is provided as needed. Flexibility, initiative, collaboration, and a high level of confidentiality are essential. Intern opportunities are contingent on clearing a background check, and interns must follow IRC intern and workplace policies, including confidentiality and client safeguarding.

Requirements

• Be a current undergraduate or graduate student, or have graduated within the past 12 months; study in Education, Social Work, or a related field is preferred.
• Be primarily available from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM EST on Mondays and Wednesdays.
• Handle sensitive client information confidentially.
• Have strong intercultural communication skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and across language barriers.
• Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Adhere to IRC volunteer/intern and workplace policies.
• Be located in Louisville, Kentucky, or within a commutable distance of the office, and be willing to complete field work.
• Have spoken and written English fluency or proficiency.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in language(s) spoken by the client group is desired but not required.
• A background or field of study in Education, Social Work, or a related area is preferred.

Responsibilities

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

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed