Summer 2025: Event Planning Intern (Unpaid)

Remote | San Diego CA

Organization: IRC - International Rescue Committee
Location: Remote | San Diego CA
Grade: Internship - Internship
Occupational Groups:
- Operations and Administrations
- Conference Services
Closing Date:

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.

SCOPE OF INTERNSHIP:

The Event Planning Intern will support the Development Team at IRC San Diego in coordinating and promoting the annual fundraising event, Taste of IRC, that will take place on October 30th, 2025. This role offers hands-on experience in event planning, communication, development and donor relations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist in planning and logistics for the Taste of IRC

Support outreach to donors, sponsors, vendors, and event partners

Help develop promotional materials and social media content

Manage event-related databases and tracking documents

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Student will learn how to plan and execute major fundraising and community events
Student will learn about strategic planning for fundraising and communications

Student will learn about administrative processes in the non-profit space.

BENEFITS

Mentorship and professional development opportunities
Hands-on experience in fundraising and event coordination

Flexible schedule

Letter of recommendation upon successful completion

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

Interest in event planning, nonprofit work, fundraising, or related fields

Strong organizational and communication skills

Detail-oriented and proactive

Comfortable working independently and as part of a team

Proficient in Microsoft Office suite

Previous volunteer or event planning experience is a bonus, but not required

Intern will need to supply their home workspace, computer, internet access, etc.

This position reports to the Development Manager.

Compensation: This is an unpaid internship opportunity.

Working Environment:

The Event Planning Internship is remote, with occasional in-person days.

San Diego Office hours are scheduled Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm PST. Selected interns can choose their hours based on this window of availability.

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.

We do our best to provide you the most accurate info, but closing dates may be wrong on our site. Please check on the recruiting organization's page for the exact info. Candidates are responsible for complying with deadlines and are encouraged to submit applications well ahead.

Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements for the position and that you qualify.
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.

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