Fall 2025 Youth Education Intern - UNPAID

Youth Education (My New School Program) 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.

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 1000 refugees into Georgia annually and provides additional services and assistance to another 2,500 refugees and asylees.

Scope Of Youth Education (My New School Program) Internship Work:

This internship is located within the Youth Services department. The My New School program provides a crucial bridge between newly arrived refugee families and local schools, ensuring that each child gains access to education and has a positive start to their academic journey in the U.S. Please note that all internship positions are unpaid.

Responsibilities:

The My New School after-school program for middle school refugee students is held 4 days a week (Monday-Thursday) from 3:30-6pm in-person at Freedom Middle School.

• Support IRC staff with program delivery. Including, but not limited to, planning student workshops and activities, leading small group English sessions, and assisting with program recruitment.
• Build mentoring relationships with students by engaging with students to create a safe and enriching environment.
• Assist students with homework and other academic needs.
• Enter data into IRC database and team-specific spreadsheets.
• Provide general administrative support, such as updating and maintaining client files.
• Regularly communicate program updates to parents using interpretation services.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Strong computer skills, particularly MS Office suite and databases. Flexibility and strong organizational skills with an ability to work independently. Strong telephone etiquette and verbal communication skills. Comfort with working in a cross-cultural environment. Comfort working with school-aged children and their parents. Must have a valid driver’s license, a reliable vehicle, and be able to transport clients. 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 will report to the Education Specialist.

The internship will be filled on a rolling basis. We will continue to accept applications until August 8th, 2025, or until the position is filled, whichever occurs first. Internship will begin the week of September 8th, 2025.

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.