Youth Intern (summer 2026)

IRC

Silver Spring, MD, United States
Base: unpyid internship; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Curriculum development based on academic standards
Experience working in education or youth development
Ability to work at least 30 hours per week
The IRC Newcomer Youth Summer Academy is a five-week intensive learning experience designed to address learning gaps in English, social-emotional learning, and school readiness for newcomer youth

Job Summary

  • The IRC Newcomer Youth Summer Academy is a five-week intensive learning experience designed to address learning gaps in English, social-emotional learning, and school readiness for newcomer youth.
  • Interns will gain curriculum development skills and experience working and teaching in global environments while supporting program logistics and community partnership development.
  • This unpaid internship requires a minimum commitment of 24 hours per week, offers a per diem reimbursement of $15/day, and includes an in-person orientation on June 1st, 2026.

Matching Summary

The IRC Newcomer Youth Summer Academy is a five-week intensive learning experience designed to address learning gaps in English, social-emotional learning, and school readiness for newcomer youth.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Curriculum development based on academic standards
  • Experience working in education or youth development
  • Ability to work at least 30 hours per week
  • Access to a personal vehicle
  • In-person work in Silver Spring and local field area

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with refugee and immigrant youth
  • Creative problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work in fast-paced environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills with youth
  • Experience with social-emotional learning

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 24 hours per week availability from June to August
  • Experience facilitating summer camps, teaching, or tutoring
  • Background check with $30 donation
  • Ability to work in-person in Silver Spring, MD
  • Not enrolled or graduated over 12 months processed as volunteers

Work Rights

Not specified

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