Operations 2027 Spring Intern (Unpaid)

International Rescue Committee • Louisville, KY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is hiring an unpaid Operations Intern for Spring 2027 in Louisville, Kentucky. The intern will support office operations, reception, external-provider coordination, and management of the Contributions-In-Kind (CIK) stock room and inventory. The role involves data entry, recording client distributions, stocking donations, and conducting weekly vehicle inspections. Interns must comply with IRC policies and protocols, including confidentiality and client safeguarding requirements. The opportunity is contingent on clearing a background check.

Requirements

• Be a current undergraduate or graduate student, or have graduated less than 12 months ago.
• Have access to a personal vehicle or reliable transportation; IRC Louisville cannot assist interns with securing transportation or housing.
• Be able to lift and carry items up to 50 pounds.
• Have primary availability during IRC business hours, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Handle sensitive client information confidentially.
• Demonstrate strong intercultural communication skills and the ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and across language barriers.
• Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Be comfortable with Microsoft Excel and willing to learn new data-entry software.
• Be located in Louisville, Kentucky, or within a commutable distance, and be willing to complete field work.
• Adhere to IRC volunteer/intern and workplace policies.
• Clear a background check.

Responsibilities

• Support the Administrative Assistant with reception materials, answering client questions, and directing requests to appropriate staff members.
• Assist with liaising with office and equipment maintenance providers and other external parties to support office operations.
• Check out IRC staff and clients completing shopping visits to the Contributions-In-Kind (CIK) stock room.
• Manage incoming, existing, and outgoing inventory items, including data entry, recording client distributions, and stocking inbound donations.
• Conduct weekly vehicle inspections according to a checklist.
• Enter inventory counts into Excel, Sortly, and other platforms.
• Comply with all policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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