International Rescue Committee · 1 month ago
Youth Programs Intern (Spring 2026- Unpaid)
Charlottesville, VA USA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 SpringThe International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a leading non-profit organization providing humanitarian aid and support to refugees and victims of conflict. The Youth Programs Intern will assist in coordinating activities aimed at supporting youth and their families in achieving academic and vocational goals, while also providing administrative support and transportation assistance.
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Responsibilities
Attend Volunteer/Intern Orientation
Contribute to the planning and coordination of various activities, such as after-school tutoring, college prep workshops, and monthly outings or field trips. Most work is from 9a-5p, with occasional evenings or weekend activities, or appointments in the early mornings for things such as school bus orientations
Administrative support (phone calls, filing, data entry, collected signed paperwork, etc.)
Provide transportation for clients and their families to appointments
Assist with preschool and school enrollments. Duties include completing school enrollment paperwork, collecting documents, obtaining parental signatures, and delivering forms to schools
Be sensitive to the differences of clients. Respect their beliefs and values, which may differ from yours
Record hours and submit completed timesheet for each month via the IRC’s online Volunteer Dashboard
Qualification
Required
Pursuing an undergraduate or master's degree
Strong interpersonal skills and interest in working with the refugee community
Occasional evening or weekend availability
Ownership of a car and a valid driver's license and car insurance
Willingness to be flexible and accommodating to client needs
Preferred
Ability to converse in a client language is strongly preferred
Benefits
10 sick days
10 US holidays
20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure
Medical insurance starting at $143 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.
Company
International Rescue Committee
IRC responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises & helps some of the most vulnerable people from harm to home.
Founded in 1933
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$1.25MKey Investors
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Leadership Team
David Miliband
President & CEO
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