Spring 2025: Citizenship Education Program Intern (Unpaid)

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.

*Please note: this is an unpaid internship*

IRC BACKGROUND: Founded in 1933, the IRC is a leading organization providing relief, protection, and resettlement services for refugees and victims of oppression throughout the U.S. IRC in San Diego has resettled over 31,000 refugees to San Diego County over the past 48 years and provides numerous program services. In San Diego, the IRC opened its doors in 1975 and has grown to serve approximately 7,000 refugee and immigrant individuals from 115 countries of origin each year through 5 different departments. 

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 2 years of post-secondary education is preferred but not required.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding client information.

• Strong verbal and written skills in English; Punctual and reliable.

• Strong intercultural skills; demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from other cultural backgrounds.

• Strong computer skills.

• Knowledge of Arabic or Farsi/Dari is preferred but not required.

• Willing to work at both City Heights and El Cajon offices.

This position reports to the Citizenship Instructor.

Compensation: This is an unpaid internship opportunity.

Working Environment:

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.