Summer 2026 Volunteer Management Intern - UNPAID

Summer 2026 Volunteer Management Intern - UNPAID | IRC - International Rescue Committee

Summer 2026 Volunteer Management Intern - UNPAID

IRC - International Rescue Committee Tallahassee Both national and international Internship level

Application deadline: April 10, 2026

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The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Summer 2026 Volunteer Management Intern to support its Resource Development Department. This unpaid internship involves recruiting volunteers, maintaining accurate databases, and assisting with community engagement and fundraising efforts. The intern will work closely with the Volunteer Coordinator and Development Supervisor to enhance the IRC's ability to meet client needs. Candidates must be based in Atlanta or Tallahassee and commit to 15 hours per week for a minimum of three consecutive months.

Candidate Requirements:

Interest in international affairs and refugee issues

Effective communication and writing skills

Strong attention to detail

Excellent organizational skills

Creativity and initiative

Desire to help people in a multi-cultural setting

Time management skills

Must be at least 18 years old

Must pass a background check

Commitment of 15 hours per week for a minimum of 3 months

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 The IRC in Atlanta office was established in 1979 and has resettled over 30,000 refugees from over 65 countries into the Greater Atlanta area. As the largest refugee resettlement agency in Georgia, the IRC in Atlanta resettles an average of 1,000 refugees into Georgia annually and provides additional services and assistance to another 4,000 refugees, asylees, and immigrants.   

SCOPE OF VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT INTERN WORK: This internship is located within the Resource Development Department, whose purpose is to establish strong, mutually-beneficial connections between the community and the IRC in Atlanta, Tallahassee, and Miami in order to garner monetary, in-kind and volunteer resources for clients .  The Volunteer Management Intern will work closely with the Volunteer Coordinator and Development Supervisor towards these goals in order to enhance the IRC in Atlanta’s ability to meet client needs. Please note that all internship positions are unpaid. Accepting Atlanta-based and Tallahassee-based candidates only.  

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Help recruit volunteers, interns, and Americorps members;    

Assist Volunteer Coordinator in maintaining accurate , up-to-date data across pertinent databases;    

Record and analyze program data pertaining to volunteers, interns, and Americorps members;    

Compile and post volunteer and intern descriptions as needed;   

Provide direct service to clients as needed by the Resource Development team;    

Assist with Resource Development needs including community engagement, external communications, event planning, and fundraising;   

Attend community, networking, and recruitment events with Resource Development staff;  

Attend and actively participate in staff meetings and special staff development programs;  

Other duties as assigned  

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

An interest in international affairs and refugee/immigrant issues;    

Effective communication and writing skills;    

Strong attention to detail;    

Excellent organizational skills;    

Creativity and initiative to follow through on projects;    

A strong desire to help people and enthusiasm to work in a multi-cultural setting;    

Time management;  

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.  

 

This is an in-person position. This position reports to the Volunteer Specialist.  

 

The internship will be filled on a rolling basis. We will continue to accept applications until April 10 th , 2026, or until the position is filled, whichever occurs first. Internship will begin the week of May 11 th , 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. Cookies: 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. Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, , color, national origin, religion, , age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Summary by Impactpool

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Summer 2026 Volunteer Management Intern to support its Resource Development Department. This unpaid internship involves recruiting volunteers, maintaining accurate databases, and assisting with community engagement and fundraising efforts. The intern will work closely with the Volunteer Coordinator and Development Supervisor to enhance the IRC's ability to meet client needs. Candidates must be based in Atlanta or Tallahassee and commit to 15 hours per week for a minimum of three consecutive months.

Candidate Requirements:

Interest in international affairs and refugee issues

Effective communication and writing skills

Strong attention to detail

Excellent organizational skills

Creativity and initiative

Desire to help people in a multi-cultural setting

Time management skills

Must be at least 18 years old

Must pass a background check

Commitment of 15 hours per week for a minimum of 3 months

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