What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer 2025 Development & Volunteer Intern - UNPAID position at International Rescue Committee?
SCOPE OF DEVELOPMENT:This internship is located within the Resource Development Department, whose purpose is to establish strong, mutually beneficial connections between the community and the IRC in Wichita, KS. The Development & Volunteer Intern will work closely with the Development Coordinator towards these goals in order to enhance the IRC's ability to meet client needs. This position requires a minimum commitment of 15 hours a week for at least three months. The hours for this position are flexible; however, will primarily be between 9AM and 5PM on weekdays, with occasional weekend activities.Please note that all internship positions are unpaid.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Assist with outreach and recruitment efforts with community groups, students, and other organizations.
* Recruit and match volunteers and interns with available opportunities.
* Assist in updating volunteer and intern resource information.
* Assist with activities related to volunteer training and retention.
* Assist with reporting and tracking on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
* Develop resources and communicate with community partners and the IRC community about events and new opportunities within our network through an email newsletter and social media.
* Assist with other Resource Development needs on an as needed basis, including donation management, external communications, and fundraising.
* Attend and actively participate in staff meetings and special staff development programs.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
* Learn best practices for operating within the Development Department and support the volunteer program, including recruitment, placement, management, and data tracking.
* Learn how to provide culturally sensitive support and interview skills.
* Learn how community members can support refugees, asylum seekers, survivors of torture, and other populations that the IRC serves.
REQUIREMENTS:
* Effective communication and writing skills.
* Strong attention to detail.
* Excellent organizational skills.
* Creativity and initiative to follow through on projects.
* A strong desire to help people and enthusiasm to work in a multi-cultural setting.
* Background in social work, nonprofit or related fields preferred.
* Interns, when working remotely, will need access to a computer and must be willing to comply with IRC acceptable use policy including security protocols for personal devices.
The internship will be filled on a rolling basis. We will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. Internship will begin in May.
This is an in-person position based in Wichita, KS, reporting to the Development Coordinator.
