Fall 2026 Operations Intern - UNPAID

Operations And Administration Internship 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. Work with the Operations team to provide administrative and operational support within the IRC Georgia and Florida offices. Assist with administrative tasks, operational tasks, and various other related duties. Please note that all internship positions are unpaid. Responsibilities: Support Administrative Assistant with managing reception materials, answering client questions, and direct requests to appropriate staff members. Assist with maintaining the reception area and lobby in a neat and professional manner. Assist with liaising with office and equipment maintenance providers and other external parties as needed to support office operations. Assist in covering the front desk for the Administrative Assistant. Comply with all policies, procedures, and protocols. Submit intern hours on volunteer dashboard. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Attention to detail, critical thinking skills, time management skills, and ability to work independently and part of a team. Able to communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders. Experience working with Microsoft Office Applications. Previous administrative experience preferred. Fluent in English, both spoken and written; bilingual language skills a plus. 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 role will report to the Operations 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. 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.