Operations Intern (summer 2026)

IRC

Silver Spring, Maryland, United States
Base: unpyid internship; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Office inventory management
Digital and physical file maintenance
Microsoft office proficiency
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

Job Summary

  • 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.
  • This internship supports the Operations Team in managing office inventory, IT supplies, and coordinating office events while providing exposure to non-profit daily operations and humanitarian immigrant communities.
  • The position is unpaid but may offer a per diem reimbursement of $15/day for food and travel, requires a minimum 24 hours per week commitment, and includes an in-person orientation on June 1st, 2026.

Matching Summary

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.

Salary

Base: Unpaid internship; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Possible $15/day per diem reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Office inventory management
  • Digital and physical file maintenance
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Front desk support
  • Fast-paced global environment
  • In-person work in Silver Spring office

Nice-to-have

  • Creative problem-solving
  • Passion for refugee support
  • Interest in logistics or procurement
  • Second language proficiency
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Experience in dynamic office environment

Key Requirements

  • Current student or within 12 months of schooling
  • Minimum 24 hours per week commitment
  • Ability to work in-person in Silver Spring, Maryland
  • Highly organized self-starter
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Background check completion with $30 donation

Work Rights

Ability to work in-person at Silver Spring office; background check required

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