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Internship Overview: The intern will work directly with the Volunteer and Intern Programs Coordinator to manage the
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.
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:
* 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
The Volunteer Program Intern will have the opportunity to learn about the U.S.
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.
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
Qualified applicants will be selected for an initial phone screening with the Volunteer Coordinator.
QUESTIONS? Email ircdenver.volunteer@rescue.org
This is an unpaid internship position. No financial compensation, including compensation for
relocation, is available.
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 or
disability.
Minimum 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)
Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.