Job Description

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.

NOTE ABOUT COMPENSATION:

Internships at the IRC are unpaid. No financial compensation, including compensation for relocation, is available. Reimbursement is available for mileage when using a personal vehicle. Eligible interns will also receive a nominal per diem reimbursement aligned with current intern reimbursement policies.

BACKGROUND:

Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee is a leading, non-sectarian, non-profit organization providing emergency relief, protection, rehabilitation assistance, resettlement services, and advocacy for refugees and victims of oppression or violent conflict. Domestically, our 28 offices across the U.S. ensure new arrivals have food, shelter, and clothing, and work with refugees to help them gain self-sufficiency.

SCOPE OF WORK:

The Youth Tutoring Intern will support the IRC in Utah’s Education team by implementing the Student Support Volunteer Tutoring Program. This program pairs community volunteers with recently resettled youth in middle and high school to work as a tutor/tutee pair. Pairs meet for at least one hour a week for a minimum of 8 weeks. The intern will oversee day-to-day implementation of the program, including onboarding new volunteers, identifying eligible youth, pairing them, and documenting progress. This is an excellent opportunity for the intern to be directly involved in the implementation of a client-facing program. This internship is ideal for someone interested in teaching, social work, working with youth, or anyone interested in learning how to run a non-profit youth-focused program.

MINIMUM COMMITMENT:

10 – 20 hours per week for 10-12 weeks

START DATE:

January 12, 2027 (final start date to be confirmed)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Make phone calls to recently arrived families to identify students interested in the program.
• Onboard and interview potential community volunteers
• Complete pairings for new volunteers with eligible students promptly according to demographic and location matching criteria.
• Coordinate initial meeting times between the student, volunteer, and program supervisor.
• If available, facilitate the initial introduction meeting between the tutor and student.
• Build positive relationships with refugee youth and create a fun and supportive environment.
• Grow and expand program reach through outreach and new initiatives.
• Document and case note each step of the process in the databases used by the program.
• Other related duties as assigned, including monthly office support & reception coverage.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

• Gain professional experience working in a non-profit environment.
• Gain experience implementing non-profit programming for youth.
• Develop cross-cultural communication skills through practical experience in cross-cultural communication using a strength-based approach to enhance service delivery for diverse populations.
• Gain insight into the refugee resettlement process and the unique barriers new Americans face, informing your approach for service delivery.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be currently enrolled in a graduate/undergraduate program, or have graduated less than 6 months ago.
• Able to accomplish tasks efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Self-starter who is able to complete project goals.
• Commitment to full internship term (10 weeks at 10-15 hours per week)
• Complete IRC background check & all related orientations/trainings.

IRC leading the way from harm to home.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at volunteerSLC@rescue.org to request any needed accommodation.

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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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.