Operations Intern Spring 2026

International Rescue Committee•Baltimore, MD

3d•Hybrid

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. Background The International Rescue Committee, Inc. (IRC) helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover and gain control of their future. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to people forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 28 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to rebuild their lives. The IRC in Baltimore was established in 1999 and currently serves over 2,500 immigrants and refugees per year. Scope of Work The operations intern works with the operations team in the Baltimore, Maryland office. Operations interns assist the operation team with daily in-office tasks that support office functions. Reports To Operations team Learning Objectives • Learn how community members can support humanitarian immigrants in the Baltimore metropolitan area • Learn best practices for operating office daily functions • Learn how to provide culturally sensitive support to youth, parents/guardians, and community partners

Requirements

Prior experience and/or interest in working with refugees and immigrants preferred.
Prior experience and/or interest in operations preferred.
Ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced, cross-cultural environment.
Flexible and reliable, with outstanding attention to detail in copy editing.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and web-based applications (databases, Box).
Fluency in English required.

Responsibilities

Support the front desk by assisting clients waiting in the lobby and stamping envelopes
IRC vehicle maintenance such as checking the mileage and tire pressure
Assist with organizing, tracking and facilitating staff access to contributions in kind (donations)
Stock and track items in the supply room
Distribute and track computers and key fobs for staff
Prepare desks for new hires
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
an 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