Fall 2026 Youth Programs Intern (UNPAID)

About the role

The 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. This internship supports refugee youth and adult youth in their academic and career development.

Responsibilities

• Support planning educational outings and enrichment activities for program participants.
• Help facilitate communication between students, families, and school staff.
• Coordinate transportation logistics for students to activities and workshops.
• Handle clerical tasks such as data entry, filing, scheduling, and other administrative duties as assigned.
• Collaborate with program staff to assess students’ and adult youth’s needs and adjust support strategies accordingly.
• Conduct outreach to eligible communities to recruit youth to participate in programming.
• Direct contact with families via phone, texting, and WhatsApp to report on student interactions and to collect administrative documentation.
• Assist program staff in outreach to adult youth or parents of school-aged youth who are having difficulties in the program.
• Maintain comprehensive case notes in accordance with standards set by IRC and funding partners.
• Participate in staff development and monthly team meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Must be a current undergraduate or graduate student, or less than 12 months past graduation, preferably in the fields of Education, Social Work, or related.
• Access to a personal vehicle/reliable transportation.
• Candidates must be a U.S. citizen or must have active and compliant visas and work authorization status in the United States.
• Ability to handle sensitive client information confidentially.
• Strong intercultural communication skills, including demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and across language barriers.
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
• Adherence to IRC volunteer/intern and workplace policies.

Learning Outcomes

• Develop understanding of educational and social support systems for refugee youth.
• Gain hands-on experience in program coordination and youth mentorship.
• Build skills in intercultural communication and community outreach.

Professional Standards

• All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct.

US 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
• 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching
• Disability & life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Equal Opportunity Employer

The IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.