Fall 2026 Grants Management 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 28 U S cities to restore safety, dignity, and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm to home. Domestically, our 28 offices across the U S ensure new arrivals have food, shelter, and clothing and work with refugees to help them gain self-sufficiency.

Scope of Intern Work

This internship is an excellent opportunity for a current graduate/undergraduate student to gain exposure to the operations of a large international organization while practicing and applying Grant Management methods to maximize the reach of IRC programming in Atlanta GA. Please note that all internship positions are unpaid.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Grants Coordinator to review IRC Atlanta's donor prospecting strategy.
• G row a database for opportunities identifie d and conduct ongoing research related to the pre-award grant opportunities.
• Update grants calendar regularly.
• Attend grants webinars and information sessions.
• Draft grant proposal for Grant Coordinator or Development Director review.
• Provide support as needed in other areas of identified projects.
• Submit intern hours on volunteer dashboard.
• Other duties as assigned

Learning Objectives

• Student will gain experience in grant management, which is a crucial skill to move up in the non-profit sector.
• Student will learn more about the pre-award process for building a funding portfolio in a non-profit.
• Student will learn the basics of proposal development and play a key role in ensuring proactive responses to business development needs.
• Student will develop an in-depth understanding of IRC Resettlement, Asylum, & Integration programming.
• Student will gain experience drafting and writing grants of aligned projects.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled graduate student or undergraduate student in a related field of International Relations/Development, Social Work, G lobal H uman resources, L earning and D evelopment; N on- P rofit M anagement, I nternational B usiness, or other relevant field s.
• Comfort with research, organizing content, and liaising with staff.
• Strong writing skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to collaborate.
• Ability to use basic functions of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office programs
• English fluency is required.

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.

The is an in-person position. This position will report to the Pre-Award Grants Coordinator.

• The internship will be filled on a rolling basis.
• We will continue to accept applications until August 14th, 2026, or until the position is filled, whichever occurs first.
• Internship will begin the week of September 8th, 2026.

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.

US Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 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, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and 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.