International Rescue Committee · 2 weeks ago
Graphic Designer Intern (Unpaid)
New York, NY RAI USA
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
1+ years expThe International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a leading humanitarian organization that responds to crises worldwide. They are seeking a Graphic Designer Intern for the Newcomer Youth Summer Academy, responsible for creating design assets for the program's yearbook and brand identity while collaborating with team members to meet deadlines.
CharityCommunitiesHumanitarianNon ProfitSocial
Responsibilities
Create assets for NYSA 2026 brand identity that incorporate the annual theme (PRIDE), values (Positivity, Responsibility, Innovation, determination, Empathy) and mascot. This includes a T-shirt design, slide deck templates, classroom posters and more
Develop concept(s) for the NYSA yearbook design and layout
Produce the design & layout within the timeframe laid out
Insert photos into layout and produce final for printing
Communicate and coordinate regularly with the team to ensure that yearbook related activities take place according to schedule, and any scheduling or other conflicts/issues are worked out in a timely manner
Receive and integrate feedback
Work with team to ensure accuracy of all elements of the yearbook (pictures are properly labeled and placed)
Attend NYSA training (June 29 – July 2)
Provide all files to IRC
Qualification
Required
Graphic Designer with at least one year experience
Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills
Flexible, and able to solve problems
Cultural competence and cross-cultural or overseas experience required
Strong experience with Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team
Consent to the yearbook as being the sole property of the IRC, not to be used by the graphic designer without IRC permission
Must be located in the United States, preference to candidates who can work on site in New York City
Preferred
Experience working with diverse populations desirable
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
Company
International Rescue Committee
IRC responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises & helps some of the most vulnerable people from harm to home.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.25MKey Investors
American Student AssistanceThe Pfizer FoundationU.S. Department of Agriculture
2024-03-25Grant· $0.5M
2021-11-30Grant
2021-10-07Grant· $0.75M
Leadership Team
David Miliband
President & CEO
Katherine Crowley
Associate Director, Global Corporate Partnerships
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