Summer Internship - Volunteer Management and Community Engagement
Denver
- Organization: IRC - International Rescue Committee
- Location: Denver
- Grade: Internship - Internship
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Occupational Groups:
- Social Affairs
- Civil Society and Local governance
- Volunteerism
- Closing Date:
Requisition ID: req49821
Job Title: Summer Internship - Volunteer Management and Community Engagement
Sector: Human Resources
Employment Category: Intern
Employment Type: Part-Time
Open to Expatriates: No
Location: Denver, CO USA
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Job Description
Internship Overview: The intern will work directly with the Volunteer and Intern Programs Coordinator to manage the Time Commitment: 12 hours per week (3 month minimum) regular schedule during business hours ,M-F 9 am – 5 pm Location: Hybrid; in-person in the IRC office 1873 S Bellaire St Suite 500, Denver and remote Duties: The Volunteer Program Intern will have the opportunity to learn about the U.S. TO APPLY: Interested applicants should submit an online application along with resume and cover letter addressing howyour experience and skills meet the internship requirements: https://irc-global.my.salesforce-sites.com/volunteer QUESTIONS? Email ircdenver.volunteer@rescue.org IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard
volunteer and intern programs and engage the community in support of our programs. The intern
will help with the recruitment and onboarding of new volunteers/intern and facilitate trainings and
ongoing learning opportunities for volunteers and interns. They will work with direct services staff
to identify and fill volunteer and intern needs. The intern will also help with community outreach
and special events.
• Process incoming volunteer/intern applications, conduct phone interviews and process onboarding
paperwork
• Work with IRC staff to identify volunteer/intern needs
• Develop materials for staff to help them train and manage volunteers
• Assist in representing IRC Denver at recruitment events
• Provide support for volunteers and interns
• Help to manage community contacts and partnerships, days of services and volunteer events
• Present new volunteer/intern orientations
Refugee Admissions Program and how services are delivered to refugees in Colorado. They will see first
hand how volunteers, interns and other community members are vital to the resettlement process and to
achieving the goals of resettlement. This intern will gain knowledge about managing a large volunteer and
intern program, including recruitment, training and ongoing support.
Qualified applicants will be selected for an initial phone screening with the Volunteer Coordinator.
This is an unpaid internship position. No financial compensation, including compensation for
relocation, is available.
to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or
disability.
Qualifications
Qualifications and Required Skills: Undergraduate, Graduate, or recently graduated student in an institution of higher learning Ability to work independently and proactively Strong writing and communication skills Experience speaking and presenting to groups Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) Ability to effectively work with diverse stakeholders (volunteers, clients, staff, community partners)
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.