International Rescue Committee
After School Program Internship (Fall 2025) - UNPAID
International Rescue Committee, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23220
Youth Futures Intern
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, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations, 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 worldwide for a better future. Scope Of Role:
Youth Futures is an after-school leadership development program for refugee and immigrant teens. Youth Futures meets once weekly at each school site, with a total of 3 projected high school sites anticipated for the Fall 2025 semester. The Youth Futures Interns will lead after-school program implementation, building meaningful relationships with program participants, and supporting program growth and evolution. It is important to note that this position is UNPAID and primarily IN-PERSON. Applicants should be available to be in-person for at least 2 days a week, totaling approximately 8 in-person hours per week. In-person availability during program hours on 2 of the following days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 3 PM
7 PM. Flexible remote availability for virtual intern cohort meetings and administrative work as decided by team availability. Learning Objectives:
The After-School Program Intern will: Learn group facilitation and classroom management skills Become proficient in outreach to clients of various language and educational backgrounds Learn how to manage supporting services within the established requirements, to provide the best possible service to vulnerable populations Develop skills in critical thinking, client services, intercultural education, social work, event planning, and program implementation Learn about the IRC locally and globally, and the available services to refugees and ORR-eligible clients in Richmond, Virginia Responsibilities:
Facilitate leadership development lessons for program participants Assist with intake process, referrals, recruitment, and retention for participation in Youth Futures Support IRC signature programming and other social-emotional learning activities Attend field trips and family events, as available Support student success by encouraging participation in school and extracurricular activities, finding resources as needed and connecting families Conduct accurate program tracking and case notes to ensure program compliance with its goals through required reporting to funders and internal stakeholders Attend Youth Futures team meetings and complete administrative duties, including but not limited to reporting, timesheets, and expense reports Assist IRC Youth Team with other tasks and client coordination, as needed Adhere to IRC policies, particularly those related to confidentiality and client privacy, and practice sensitivity to cultural and personality differences of clients by respecting their beliefs
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, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations, 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 worldwide for a better future. Scope Of Role:
Youth Futures is an after-school leadership development program for refugee and immigrant teens. Youth Futures meets once weekly at each school site, with a total of 3 projected high school sites anticipated for the Fall 2025 semester. The Youth Futures Interns will lead after-school program implementation, building meaningful relationships with program participants, and supporting program growth and evolution. It is important to note that this position is UNPAID and primarily IN-PERSON. Applicants should be available to be in-person for at least 2 days a week, totaling approximately 8 in-person hours per week. In-person availability during program hours on 2 of the following days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 3 PM
7 PM. Flexible remote availability for virtual intern cohort meetings and administrative work as decided by team availability. Learning Objectives:
The After-School Program Intern will: Learn group facilitation and classroom management skills Become proficient in outreach to clients of various language and educational backgrounds Learn how to manage supporting services within the established requirements, to provide the best possible service to vulnerable populations Develop skills in critical thinking, client services, intercultural education, social work, event planning, and program implementation Learn about the IRC locally and globally, and the available services to refugees and ORR-eligible clients in Richmond, Virginia Responsibilities:
Facilitate leadership development lessons for program participants Assist with intake process, referrals, recruitment, and retention for participation in Youth Futures Support IRC signature programming and other social-emotional learning activities Attend field trips and family events, as available Support student success by encouraging participation in school and extracurricular activities, finding resources as needed and connecting families Conduct accurate program tracking and case notes to ensure program compliance with its goals through required reporting to funders and internal stakeholders Attend Youth Futures team meetings and complete administrative duties, including but not limited to reporting, timesheets, and expense reports Assist IRC Youth Team with other tasks and client coordination, as needed Adhere to IRC policies, particularly those related to confidentiality and client privacy, and practice sensitivity to cultural and personality differences of clients by respecting their beliefs