Internship Opportunities with the International Rescue Committee (IRC)

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) was founded at the behest of Albert Einstein in 1933 to assist people fleeing from persecution. Since then, the IRC has grown and works all over the world, providing humanitarian support. In the United States, the IRC is one of 9 US refugee resettlement agencies given permission from the federal government to resettle refugees in the United States. In Silver Spring, the IRC works with refugees the moment they step off the plane to help them get situated and become self-sufficient members of their new community. 

Each semester (fall, spring, and summer) IRC works to recruit 25-30 interns to get hands-on experience in refugee resettlement. They typically hold nearly 20 unique internships that offer a wide variety of opportunities to develop different skills and gain experience. Most internships allow students to work directly with refugees to teach them or help them accomplish tasks needed to live successfully in the US.

If you want professional, hands-on experience working with refugees, asylees, & trafficking victims, apply to be an intern with the IRC in Silver Spring! Internships roles include:

• Anti-Trafficking
• Asylee Casework
• Career Development
• Refugee Casework
• Cultural Orientation
• Family Mentor
• Immigration
• Intensive Case Management
• Logistics
• Logistics and Casework
• Refugee TANF Program
• Workforce Development
• Youth Development

Most internships require a minimum of 15 hours per week. However, interns who can dedicate more time (~32 hours a week) will get the most out of their experience as it will allow them to take on more responsibilities and projects. Unfortunately, all internships are unpaid. All selected interns will need to undergo and clear a background check to intern. The IRC is not able to sponsor visas. Students who hold a US visa will need to coordinate with the Volunteer Coordinator to determine if they are eligible to inter.

Internships take places in Silver Spring, MD. The office is accessible via metro as well as many bus routes.

To learn more about internship roles or to apply, please visit here.