Summer/Fall 2026: Development & Communications Intern (Unpaid)

Development and Communications Internship SCOPE OF INTERNSHIP: The role will offer vital assistance to the Development Team at the IRC in San Diego, aiding in stakeholder engagement by organizing strategic events, leading the local communications planning, and other assigned business development projects. The intern plays a pivotal part in involving the community and producing materials to back the IRC's work in significant ways. Responsibilities Support the planning of IRC in San Diego fundraising events, including strategy around social media, outreach, material production, sponsorship research, and ticket sales Brainstorm and create a strategic outreach plan and content to engage new community partners, university contacts, and other groups supporting IRC events Manage IRC webpages and social media to ensure information is current and regularly updated Aid in content collection and storytelling projects for web and social media platforms Opportunity to transcribe client interviews, gather content for IRC social media accounts Aid the Development Team in securing in‑kind donations for refugee and asylum‑seeking clients Provide administrative support to the Development Team by assisting with data entry, producing acknowledgments, and other cultivation activities Participate in weekly meetings with the Development Team and bi‑weekly staff meetings Learning Objectives Learn how to plan and execute major fundraising and community events Learn about strategic planning for fundraising and communications Learn about administrative processes in the non‑profit space Requirements Currently in an undergraduate or graduate degree program or graduated within one year, preferably event planning, marketing, communications or related area of study Proficient in spoken and written English Experience in graphic design or Canva is a plus Proficient in Microsoft Office suite Detail‑oriented and able to multi‑task efficiently Experience in event planning, sales or marketing, or managing social media is a plus Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills Able to work in fast‑paced, deadline‑driven, team‑oriented environment Intern will need to supply their home workspace, computer, internet access, etc. Compensation and Working Environment Compensation: This is an unpaid internship opportunity. Working Environment: The Development and Communications Internship can be in‑person at the San Diego office or hybrid. San Diego Office hours are scheduled Monday‑Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. PST. Selected interns can choose their hours based on this window of availability. Professional Standards All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way – Standards for Professional Conduct. The IRC operates and enforces policies on safeguarding, conflicts of interest, fiscal integrity, and reporting wrongdoing and protection from retaliation, creating an environment where people feel safe and protective measures are taken. Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr International Rescue Committee