NYSA Summer Operations Intern (Unpaid)

Company: International Rescue Committee
Location: New York City
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

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. Title: Youth Summer Operations Intern Location: Hybrid, in-person during NYSA Program Start date: May 11, 2026 Duration: August 21, 2026 Position Reports to: Youth Operations Coordinator Details: May 11, 2026 – August 21, 2026, expected to be in person for specific program dates: Training: June 29 – July 3, 2026, 9:00am – 5:00pm NYSA Program: July 6, 2026 – August 14, 2026 Monday-Thursday 8:30 am – 3:00 pm (Minimum 15 hours per week, preference to candidate seeking more hours 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. Since 1999, the IRC has developed partnerships with New York City public schools, community-based organizations and local colleges and universities to support the positive development of refugee youth and their communities in New York City. The Newcomer Youth Summer Academy is a six-week program focusing on preparing newly arrived youth to succeed at their grade level in the New York City public school system. Up to 135 students ages 5 – 21 from over 20 countries will participate in academic, creative arts, physical education, and social emotional learning classes. Community events are held on Wednesdays. Field Trips are held on Fridays. The NYSA Operations Intern will assist the Youth Operations Team to ensure that all relevant student data, records, and paperwork are organized and up to date for the NYSA Summer Program. Additionally, the Operations intern will create weekly Family Newsletters and assist with the preparation for Community Events and field trips. RESPONSIBILITIES: This intern will begin prior to the start of the NYSA program. Leading up the summer program, the intern will assist in outreach, maintenance of student records, and organization of supplies. During the summer program, the intern will have additional tasks. Leading up to the Summer Program: • Outreach to families to collect required paperwork and information • Track and organize paperwork to support data management During the Summer Program: • Assist in updating and maintaining accurate records in our data systems. • Input student attendance and project enrollment into the excel tracker • Create weekly family newsletters, and translate in multiple languages using interpretation services • Inventory and organize supplies • Assist in preparation and set up for weekly community events and field trips • Assist in distribution of DOE meals, in compliance with NYC DOE regulations • Other relevant duties as assigned LEARNING OBJECTIVES 1. The intern will develop proficiency in data management and student record keeping for a non-profit summer program 2. The intern will strengthen their communication skills through parental outreach and engaging with clients of diverse backgrounds 3. The intern will gain practical experience in coordinating program logistics, including organizing supplies and supporting community events REQUIREMENTS: • Based in US, must be a US citizen or have US work authorization • Must be enrolled in post-secondary institution or have graduated from a post-secondary institution within last 2 years • Undergraduate level student/graduate in Business, Social Work, Education or similar field preferred • Strong interpersonal and communication skills • Experience working with refugee and/or immigrant populations preferred • Organized, reliable, and flexible • Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Competency with Google and Microsoft Office applications • Fluency in written and spoken English required. Second language proficiency in relevant language highly desirable (including Spanish, Ukrainian, Russian, Haitian Creole, French, Pashto, Fulani, Dari, Farsi, Arabic, Mandarin) 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. Cookies: https://careers.rescue.org/us/en/cookiesettings 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

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