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Development Intern (Unpaid)

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IRC - International Rescue Committee

New York, NY (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 6 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 8/1/2026

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Job Description

Development Intern (Unpaid) IRC
  • International Rescue Committee New York City Both national and international Internship level Apply Summary by Impactpool The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Development Intern to support its New York & New Jersey programs.
The intern will assist the Development Team in fundraising efforts, community engagement, and donor communications. Responsibilities include maintaining a story catalog, developing donor communication assets, tracking event RSVPs, and supporting grant management. This unpaid internship offers valuable experience in fundraising strategies within a leading non-profit organization.
Candidate Requirements:
Must be based in the U.S. Enrolled in or graduated from a post-secondary institution within the last 2 years Strong communication skills Ability to work collaboratively Interest in non-profit fundraising 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.
SCOPE OF WORK
The International Rescue Committee (IRC), works in the United States welcomes newly arrived refugees and immigrants, supports them in their resettlement, and provides holistic services to help them build new lives in their communities. The IRC's Resettlement, Asylum, and Integration (RAI) department creates opportunities for refugees and other vulnerable migrants to survive and thrive in the US. The IRC in New York & New Jersey (IRC NYNJ) local program office supports a diverse group of clients including refugees , asylees, asylum seekers, trafficking survivors, and immigra nts. The
IRC NYNJ
programs are focused on case management, economic empowerment, health and wellness, immigration services, anti-trafficking support, and more. Our strength and success lie within our core values of Service, Accountability, Equality, and Integrity. We are strongly motivated by our clients and are dedicated to delivering high-impact and quality programs.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Development Intern will work with the Development Team for
IRC NYNJ.
The Development Team is responsible for raising funds to support IRC programs, building community connections, engaging potential donors, and raising the profile of
IRC NYNJ.
The Development Intern will help grow IRC NYNJ's private fundraising portfolio supporting with prospecting, proposals, stewardship, communications, and events.
Tasks include:
Storytelling, marketing, and campaigns: Maintain and update story catalog with client stories and case studies in line with the Development Storytelling Strategy. Liaise with program departments to curate stories . Fundraising campaigns Develop Assets used for donor communications including Annual reports , welcome packet , one pagers and more. Event s : track RSVPs and support planning, briefing, day of and post-event activities.
Prospecting:
Individual, Foundations, and corporations F undraising analytic s Assist with private grant s: prepar e deliverable sheet and maintain report / grant tracker. Bi-weekly in-person tasks from New York City Office such as mailing Additional a dministrative tasks and projects as they arise
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Intern will learn how to drive fundraising and grants portfolio for a non-profit organization. Intern will gain firsthand experience with fundraising strategies and skills at a leading non-profit organization. Intern will have the opportunity to learn about IRC in New York & New Jersey program areas in depth .
REQUIREMENTS
Volunteers must be based in the U.S. Interns must be enrolled in post-secondary institution or have graduated from a post-secondary institution within last 2 years. The requirements should establish a baseline (minimum) for educational background, previous work experience, professional knowledge or certification, specific skills and strengths and any other skill necessary to perform the essential functions.
The requirements should include:
The minimal level of educational background
  • If applicable, add the accepted alternatives to education. Any special certificates or licenses, if needed, e.g., CPA or Chartered Accountant. The minimum years of previous experience
  • Detail the quality and focus of this experience
  • If applicable, list the accepted alternatives to specific experience. Describe the proven technical expertise , if needed
  • Add the years of experience with this particular technical expertise ; List and describe in further detail all the skills needed to do the job
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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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Compensation:
Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.
US Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $163 per month, dental starting at $6.50 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.
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. #li-1 At Impactpool we do our best to provide you the most accurate info, but closing dates may be wrong on our site. Please check on the recruiting organization's page for the exact info. Candidates are responsible for complying with deadlines and are encouraged to submit applications well ahead. Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements for the position and that you qualify. Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager. Summary by Impactpool The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Development Intern to support its New York & New Jersey programs. The intern will assist the Development Team in fundraising efforts, community engagement, and donor communications. Responsibilities include maintaining a story catalog, developing donor communication assets, tracking event RSVPs, and supporting grant management. This unpaid internship offers valuable experience in fundraising strategies within a leading non-profit organization.
Candidate Requirements:
Must be based in the U.S. Enrolled in or graduated from a post-secondary institution within the last 2 years Strong communication skills Ability to work collaboratively Interest in non-profit fundraising Fellowship Master the recruitment process of the impact sector! Become a fellow and gain access to Impactpool's premium material that will boost your career in the impact sector Explore fellowship Show IRC
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