Connect 2 Success Program Intern - UNPAID

About the role

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 (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. At work in over 40 countries and 25 U.S. cities to provide humanitarian aid to those in need. The IRC in Atlanta office was established in 1979 and has resettled over 30,000 refugees from more than 65 countries into the Greater Atlanta area. Serving over 5,000 individuals annually, we provide integration support including casework, education, healthcare navigation, and school enrollment services.

Scope of Connect 2 Success Program Intern Work

The IRC's Connect 2 Success Program provides holistic support to out-of-school refugee and immigrant youth to help them meet their educational and career goals. Participants gain skills and connect with academic and career opportunities to achieve their long-term success. The hours for this position are flexible; however, will primarily be between 9AM and 5PM on weekdays, with occasional weekend activities. Please note that all internship positions are unpaid.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the case management and individualized career and academic advisement services for youth/young adults, including documentation, data entry and file maintenance;
• Support academic needs including tutoring, college application, and Test Prep;
• Assist with delivery of career readiness and educational workshops;
• Assist in planning and running group social and networking events for youth/young adults;
• Help identify local learning opportunities for youth/young adults;
• Assist with recruitment and support of Connect 2 Success volunteers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and writing skills;
• Organizational skills with attention to detail;
• Ability to work independently and take initiative in a fast-paced environment;
• An interest in international and refugee issues;
• Experience working with youth and/or young adults is preferred;
• Creativity and initiative to follow through on projects;
• Strong desire to help people and enthusiasm for working in a multi-cultural setting;
• Computer literacy, preferably with PC systems;
• A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle is beneficial;
• Submit intern hours on volunteer dashboard.

Requirements

• Must submit intern hours on volunteer portal.
• Must pass a background check.
• Commitment of 15 hours per week for a minimum of 3 consecutive months.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States. Please note that we are unable to provide sponsorship for a US work authorization.

This is an in-person role. This position reports to the Youth Career Readiness Coach

• The internship will be filled on a rolling basis.
• We will continue to accept applications until Dec 11th, 2026, or until the position is filled, whichever occurs first.
• Internship will begin the week of January 11th, 2027.

Professional Standards: All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation.

IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.