Community Engagement Specialist

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), working in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities to help people survive, reclaim control of their future, and strengthen their communities. It is a force for humanity, delivering lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. Job Title: Community Engagement Intern Location: Hybrid State Date: August/September 2025 Duration: 4–6 months; 16+ hours per week; standard business hours. NOTE: This is an unpaid internship. About the Organization The IRC is a leading humanitarian organization working in over 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities to restore safety, dignity, and hope to those affected by conflict and disaster. About the Job The Community Engagement Intern will play a key role in supporting the Volunteer Specialist as they expand their reach and impact through volunteer engagement, social media, community partnerships, and the implementation of Golden, IRC’s new volunteer management system. This intern will also assist with general outreach, graphic design, event coordination, and donation drives, contributing to cross‑program visibility and support. This is a hybrid position based in Los Angeles and reports to the Volunteer Specialist. Interns should be available to work a minimum of 15 hours per week during standard business hours, with flexibility based on academic schedules. Learning Outcomes Gain experience in volunteer and community engagement strategies at a leading refugee resettlement agency. Develop professional communication, marketing, and administrative skills using tools such as Golden, Salesforce, Canva, and social media platforms. Learn how to support cross‑program collaboration through event planning, donation coordination, and relationship‑building with community partners. Responsibilities Assist with the transition to Golden, the IRC’s volunteer engagement platform, including onboarding existing opportunities and troubleshooting technical issues. Draft and upload volunteer and intern role descriptions into the new system. Support ongoing email communication with volunteers and external partners. Monitor and help track volunteer hours, ensuring accurate documentation. Create step‑by‑step guides and FAQs for new Golden users. Contribute to social media and outreach campaigns to increase public awareness and volunteer participation. Provide design support for flyers, emails, and promotional materials using Canva. Help coordinate community events and donation drives across IRC‑LA programs. Attend and support IRC events as needed (virtually and in person). Requirements Proficiency in written and oral English. Effective communication and strong attention to detail. Experience or interest in community engagement, refugee resettlement, or nonprofit work. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Ability to work independently and take initiative. Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills. Experience with Canva, CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, Golden), or social media platforms is highly desirable. Previous volunteer experience or experience with refugee and immigrant communities is a plus. Any second language ability is a plus. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr