Community Engagement Intern (Spring 2027)

International Rescue Committee•Silver Spring, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Community Engagement Intern supports the IRC in Silver Spring in building mutually beneficial connections with the community to secure monetary, in-kind, and volunteer resources for humanitarian immigrant clients. The position helps strengthen the IRC’s ability to meet the needs of newcomer clients through community outreach, volunteer support, events, communications, partnership tracking, and in-kind donation coordination. The internship is unpaid. Spring 2027 interns are expected to attend an in-person orientation on January 25, 2027, from 9:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The posting gives conflicting weekly time commitments: it states a minimum of 20 hours per week under Requirements, then later says a minimum of 24 hours per week, and also refers to a minimum of 15 hours per week. Some weeknight and weekend availability is required, as is in-person work at the Silver Spring office. Eligible Spring 2027 interns may receive $15 per day in per diem reimbursement for food and travel. Applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, and at least three references by January 4, 2027. Selected applicants must complete a background check and are asked to make a $30 donation toward the associated costs.

Requirements

Minimum commitment of 20 hours per week is stated in the Requirements section; other portions of the posting specify 24 hours per week and at least 15 hours per week.
Availability for some weeknights and weekends.
Ability to work in person.
Passion for immigration, refugees, and serving others.
Ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Creativity and initiative to follow through on projects.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Submit a resume, cover letter, and at least three references.
Complete a background check if selected.

Responsibilities

Conduct outreach to community partners and coordinate meetings to recruit volunteers based on volunteer needs.
Support volunteer programming by onboarding volunteers, researching volunteer best practices, and recommending program changes based on volunteer feedback.
Assist with planning events to recognize community partners and volunteers and deepen community engagement.
Help create content for social media, the IRC website, the monthly newsletter, and outreach materials.
Track community partnerships across IRC in Silver Spring programs.
Coordinate in-kind donation opportunities.