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The International Rescue Committee

Economic Empowerment 2026 Fall Intern - Unpaid

LocationLouisville, KY USA
Work modeon-site
Typeinternship
SeniorityEntry
ExperienceUp to 1 yrs
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 7, 2026 · 4d ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have5
Must be a current undergraduate student, graduate student, or less than 12 months past graduation
Ability to handle sensitive client information confidentially
Strong intercultural communication skills, including demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and across language barriers
Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
Comfortable with Microsoft Excel and willingness to learn to use new software for data entry
Nice to have3
Preference given to applicants able to make multi-term commitment
Previous experience working with vulnerable populations preferred, but not required
Education and/or experience working in social work/social services preferred, but not required
Eligibility3
Candidates must be a U.S. citizen or must have active and compliant visas and work authorization status in the United States
Primary availability during IRC business hours (M-F; 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Adherence to IRC volunteer/intern and workplace policies
Skills
Microsoft Excel
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Retirement plan
Paid time off
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
About the company
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.
REQUIREMENTS
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Must be a current undergraduate student, graduate student, or less than 12 months past graduation.
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Candidates must be a U.S. citizen or must have active and compliant visas and work authorization status in the United States (the IRC must not be represented as a sponsor or host in any application, filing, or other context for an intern).
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Primary availability during IRC business hours (M-F; 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM).
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Preference given to applicants able to make multi-term commitment.
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Ability to handle sensitive client information confidentially.
•
Strong intercultural communication skills, including demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and across language barriers.
•
Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
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Previous experience working with vulnerable populations preferred, but not required.
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Education and/or experience working in social work/social services preferred, but not required.
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Comfortable with Microsoft Excel and willingness to learn to use new software for data entry.
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Adherence to IRC volunteer/intern and workplace policies
TRAINING & GUIDANCE
In-depth training will be provided for interns to understand IRC programming and the various needs of clients accessing IRC services. Interns will receive training on IRC’s federal R&P and APA service agreements and their programmatic requirements for resettlement services. Interns with client languages who could serve as an interpreter will receive guidance on policies when interpreting. Other activity specific training will be provided as needed. Flexibility, initiative, and a desire to collaborate are essential qualities for this intern opportunity. A high-level of confidentiality is required when working with IRC clients.
Benefits
Please note that this is an UNPAID internship; however, IRC Louisville will provide mileage reimbursement for personal vehicle usage for client services during the internship.
Legal
The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, and accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.
PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS
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.
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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 $163 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.
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