Development Data and Research Intern ( Spring2027)

International Rescue Committee•Silver Spring, MD

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Development Data and Research Intern supports the International Rescue Committee (IRC) Silver Spring Development team by organizing program data, creating impact materials, and conducting research to support fundraising. The intern analyzes FY27 outcomes, researches local benchmarks, coordinates with program teams to verify information, and supports donor prospecting and funding research. This Spring 2027 internship requires a minimum commitment of 12 weeks and 22.5 hours per week. It is not fully remote: interns must be able to work in the office at least one day per week, and an overall ability to work in person is preferred. Interns are expected to attend an in-person orientation on January 25, 2027, from 9:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Internships with IRC Silver Spring are unpaid; Spring 2027 interns may be eligible for a $15-per-day per diem reimbursement to offset food and travel costs. Selected applicants must complete background checks, and the posting asks for a $30 donation to help cover associated costs. The IRC responds to humanitarian crises and works in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities. Its stated professional standards include Integrity, Service, Equality, and Accountability.

Requirements

Pursuing an undergraduate or master's degree.
Previous experience demonstrating strong research and analytical skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organization and administrative skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, collaborative environment.
Strong attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
Proficiency in spoken and written English.
Ability to work independently and be resourceful.
Minimum commitment of 12 weeks and 22.5 hours per week.
Ability to work in the office at least one day per week.
Attend the in-person intern orientation on January 25, 2027, from 9:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Submit a resume, cover letter, and list of at least three references with the application.
Selected applicants must complete background checks; the posting requests a $30 donation to help cover associated costs.

Nice To Haves

Prior relevant coursework is preferred.
Overall ability to work in person is preferred.

Responsibilities

Review and organize program data, tracking sheets, and reports to identify annual results and achievements.
Create data summaries, program one-pagers, and other impact materials for proposals.
Research local data and trends to compare IRC Silver Spring results with community needs.
Work with program teams to collect updates, confirm information, and ensure data accuracy.
Maintain organized data files, templates, and resources for fundraising and reporting.
Research potential foundation, corporate, and individual donors aligned with IRC Silver Spring programs.
Identify funding opportunities and update donor research and proposal tracking tools.
Support proposal development, reporting, and other Development team projects as needed.
Submit intern hours through the volunteer dashboard.
Perform other duties as assigned.