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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. Join the IRC Community and Grow Your Impact As a valued member of the IRC community, you know the difference we make every day—restoring health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people affected by conflict and disaster. Since 1933, the IRC has grown into one of the world’s largest international humanitarian organizations, operating in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities. As you consider your next step within the organization, remember that your experience and commitment are vital to our mission. Whether you’re looking to deepen your expertise, take on new challenges, or broaden your impact, the IRC offers meaningful opportunities to grow your career while continuing to drive change. Together, we can build a stronger, more resilient future—for the people we serve and for each other. Explore Our Internship Opportunities Not sure which internship to apply for? We’re seeking qualified candidates for our upcoming internship opportunities. Specific roles will be posted individually on an ongoing basis, and you can apply directly to any that match your interests. If you’re flexible or open to a variety of roles, you can also apply here to be considered for our general internship pool. This allows us to match you with opportunities that align with your skills and goals. IRC internships offer a valuable professional learning experience for those interested in the humanitarian or nonprofit sectors. While internships are unpaid, they provide a meaningful way to contribute to global impact and gain practical experience that can launch a career in the nonprofit field. Some Of Our Most Common Internship Areas Include Advocacy Communications Education Emergency Response Executive Offices (CEO, COO, CFO) Finance Fundraising & Revenue Gender & Diversity Health Human Resources Information Technology Marketing Policy Purchasing & Global Supply Chain Resettlement Programs Strategy Violence Prevention & Response Additional Details Applicants should have completed at least two years of undergraduate study and be pursuing or have completed further education. Internships are unpaid but include a daily travel and meal stipend. Internship experiences may qualify for academic credit (subject to university and program requirements). Internships typically last 8–12 weeks and may be full-time or part-time. All interns must be based in the U.S. If you’d like to be included in our general internship candidate pool, please apply to this posting. 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. 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 $143 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, 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