Community Engagement Intern – UNPAID
Denver
- Organization: IRC - International Rescue Committee
- Location: Denver
- Grade: Internship - Internship
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Occupational Groups:
- Social Affairs
- Civil Society and Local governance
- 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.
INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW: The Community Engagement & Volunteer Program intern will work directly with IRC staff to manage the volunteer and intern programs and engage the community in support of our programs. The intern will help with the recruitment and onboarding of new volunteers/interns and facilitate trainings for volunteers and interns. They will work with direct services staff to identify and fill volunteer and intern needs. The intern will also help with community outreach and special events.
SCHEDULE: 10-12 hours per week. One semester/4 months
START DATE: January 7, 2026
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Process incoming volunteer/intern applications, conduct phone interviews, and process onboarding paperwork
Work with IRC staff to identify volunteer and intern needs
Develop materials for staff to help them train and manage volunteers
Assist in representing IRC Denver at recruitment and other events
Provide support for volunteers
Help manage community contact and partnerships, days of services, and volunteer events
Present new volunteer/intern orientations
Research and conduct outreach for potential partnerships
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
The Community Engagement and Volunteer Program Intern will have the opportunity to learn about benefits and services available for refugees and asylees in a rapidly changing time. They will see firsthand how volunteers, interns, and other community members are vital to integration and achieving the goals of resettlement. The intern will gain knowledge about managing a large volunteer and intern program including recruitment, training, and ongoing support.
REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to work independently and proactively
Strong writing and communication skills
Comfort speaking and presenting to groups
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Ability to effectively work with diverse stakeholders (volunteers, clients, staff, community partners)
SUPERVISION: This position reports to the Community Engagement Coordinator.
TO APPLY:
Interested applicants should submit an online application here. Qualified applicants will be selected for an initial phone screening starting in late October and continuing through mid-December or until all positions are filled. Spring intern orientation will be held January 7, 2026.
QUESTIONS? Email ircdenver.volunteer@rescue.org
This is an unpaid internship position. No financial compensation, including compensation for relocation, is available.
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.
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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 $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.
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.