Fall 2026: Career Programs Intern (Unpaid)
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. SCOPE OF INTERN WORK: Career Programs intern will assist the Career Development Specialist and Career Development Coordinator in providing career development services to immigration impacted youth and young adult clients who are interested in earning industry recognized certifications in fields such as Allied Healthcare, I.T., and more. In addition, Career Program intern will help Career Program staff in delivering workforce preparation activities and classes at the IRC, so that students improve their work readiness skills.
Requirements
- Must be enrolled in an undergraduate program focused on Education, International Relations/Development, Social Work, or related field.
- Possess excellent organization skills, strong communication and interpersonal skills, along with empathy and effective collaboration.
- Ability to use basic functions of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office programs.
- English fluency required.
- Show a strong interest in working with a diverse, low-income population.
- Proactive, motivated and flexible; able to remain calm and adapt within a fast-paced work environment.
- Ability to take direction (written and oral) and to complete tasks independently and in a timely manner.
Nice To Haves
- Volunteer experience with a non-profit preferred.
- Language skills (such as Farsi/Dari, Kiswahili, Arabic, Burmese or Russian) a plus.
Responsibilities
- Support Career Development staff with a variety of projects such as outreach, administrative tasks, including data entry, filing, and database quality assurance.
- Work individually with clients with resume review, job searching, networking opportunities, and interview preparation.
- Support Career Program staff with post-class follow-ups.
- Provide one-on-one technical assistance sessions to participants with limited English proficiency.
- Develop guides and resources in multiple professional fields and prepare curriculums.
- Assist training staff with other tasks 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.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
