Fall 2025: Workforce and Integration Intern (Unpaid)

Internship Opportunity

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.

Scope Of Internship:

The intern will work closely with the Workforce and Integration Department, gaining hands-on experience in employment services and data entry and supporting employment specialists with a variety of administrative and operational tasks. The internship will provide exposure to workforce management systems, the intern will have the opportunity to contribute to the day-to-day operations, helping with data management, and ensuring smooth communication between teams. This role will foster growth in administrative skills, data organization, and understanding of employment processes.

Responsibilities:

• Work individually with clients to create, update, and review resumes, job searching, networking opportunities, and interview preparation.
• Support the Workforce team with a variety of projects and administrative tasks, including data entry, filing, and database quality assurance.
• Reach out to potential employers to discuss job opportunities for clients.
• Assist in maintaining communication with employers about job openings.
• Help prepare paperwork and documents needed for job applications, client profiles, and employer communication.

Learning Objectives:

• Learn how to enter and manage client and job data accurately.
• Gain skills in creating professional resumes and applying for jobs on behalf of clients.
• Develop communication skills by reaching out to employers and maintaining relationships.
• Learn how to organize and maintain important documents and client records.
• Get hands-on experience with the recruitment process, from job applications to employer outreach.

Requirements:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and document management.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to organize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.

Compensation:

This is an unpaid internship opportunity.

Working Environment:

• This position is in-person at our El Cajon office.
• Must be able to complete work during business hours Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm. No shifts will be scheduled outside of these business hours.

Standard of Professional Conduct: The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.