Fall 2025 Youth Futures Intern - UNPAID
Clarkston
- Organization: IRC - International Rescue Committee
- Location: Clarkston
- Grade: Internship - Internship
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Occupational Groups:
- Youth
- Closing Date: 2025-08-08
BACKGROUND: The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. At work in over 40 countries and 26 U.S. cities to restore safety, dignity and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm to home. The IRC in Atlanta office was established in 1979 and has resettled over 30,000 refugees from over 65 countries into the Greater Atlanta area. As the largest refugee resettlement agency in Georgia, the IRC in Atlanta resettles an average of 1,000 refugees into Georgia annually and provides additional services and assistance to another 2,500 refugees and asylees.
SCOPE OF YOUTH FUTURES PROGRAM INTERN WORK: The Youth Futures Program addresses the specific social and academic needs of refugee and asylee youth at Clarkston High School through an after-school program and summer camp. Centered on both academic support and social-emotional learning, the after-school program assists students with their daily homework and school projects, fostering not only academic excellence but also nurturing essential social and emotional skills. Please note that all internship positions are unpaid.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The Youth Futures Afterschool Programs for high school refugee, immigrant, and underserved youth, are held 5 days per week, 2.5 hours per day, in person at Clarkston High School.
Support IRC staff with program delivery
Help with logistics for activities, field trips, and workshops
Engage with students to provide an enriching and supportive academic and social environment
Provide other program and general administrative support as needed, such as documentation and file maintenance
Assist high school youth with homework
Assist Youth Futures staff with program logistics
Compile and update secondary and post-secondary resources and contacts
Assist youth with college applications and/or writing resumes and searching for part-time/summer jobs
Plan and prepare for Youth Futures events.
Build mentoring relationships with youth
Enter data into databases and spreadsheets
Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Excellent communication and writing skills
Organizational skills with attention to detail
Ability to work independently as well as within a team, and take initiative in a fast-paced environment.
An interest in international and refugee issues.
Commitment to upholding ethical standards and confidentiality in all interactions.
Creativity and initiative to follow through on projects.
Strong desire to help people, and enthusiasm and sensitivity for working in a multi-cultural setting.
Willingness to work 1:1 with students to reinforce math, science, and English literacy skills.
Experience working with youth and/or young adults is preferred.
Familiarity with educational support and systems is preferred.
Computer literacy, preferably with PC systems
A valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle is beneficial
Submit intern hours on volunteer dashboard.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Must submit intern hours on volunteer portal. Must pass a background check
- Commitment of 15 hours per week for a minimum of 3 consecutive months.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States. Please note that we are unable to provide sponsorship for a US work authorization.
This is a hybrid role. This role will report to the Youth Futures Coordinator.
The internship will be filled on a rolling basis. We will continue to accept applications until August 8th, 2025, or until the position is filled, whichever occurs first. Internship will begin the week of September 8th, 2025.
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.