Development Intern

LOCATION:IRCinUtahOffice

START DATE:August/September2026

DURATION:10 hours a week for at least12 weeks

BACKGROUND:The International Rescue Committee (IRC) provides opportunities for refugees asylees victims of human trafficking survivors of torture and other immigrants to thrive in the United States. Each year thousands of people forced to flee violence and persecution are welcomed by the local communities across the U.S. into the safety and freedom of America. These individuals havesurvived againstincredible odds. The IRC works with government bodies civil society actors and local volunteers to help them translate their past experiences into assets that are valuable to their new communities. Since 1994 the IRC inUtahhas resettled14200refugeeshelping them rebuild their liveswhileprovidinglife-changing services to thousands more from helping their children enroll in school finding their first job to learning more about life in the U.S. and working to gain citizenship.

SCOPE OF INTERN WORK:The development intern supervised by the development directorprovidesa wide array of support to the IRC in Utahs development team. By supportingcommunicationsand donor relations the successful applicant will gain insight into the processes necessary to run an efficient multi-faceted nonprofit that builds relationships with donors. Specifically the intern will workto support ongoing communications to engage supporters as well as liaising with in-kind donors.

COMMITMENT:At least10 hours a week for at least12weeksAugust2026 throughDecember2026

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Communications

• Prepare at leastonenewsletter storyeach monthfor publication in the IRCs monthly e-newsletter.

• Gather content ideas and other leads for future storytelling efforts.

• Draft and prepare at least two social media posts monthly specifically to engage audiences on Instagram and Facebook.

• Organize one photography shoot with a professional photographer to support year-end appeal communication preparations.

• In-Kind Donor Engagement

• Oversee general communications with in-kind donors supporting inquiries related to furniture donations service projects etc.

• Liaise internally to ensuretimelyprocessing of inquiries across housing and operations teams.

• Respond to donor contributions withtimelyacknowledgements.

• General Support asfeasible

• Support donor engagement efforts including in support of upcoming Virtual Town Halls.

• Asfeasible support community engagement eventlogisticsfor Winter Clothing Drive and the holiday gift drive Light One Candle.

• Asfeasible attend development team meetings & otherall staffconnections.

• Other duties as assigned& relevant based on capacity and availability.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Develop an understanding of partnership engagement and stewardship best practices.

Develop professional communication skills specifically related to mass market communications and social media.

Improve professional communication skills when engaging with supporters donors and volunteers.

Gain a better understanding of the refugee resettlement process and how the IRC fits into that process

REQUIREMENTS

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree or recent graduate.

• Students pursuing degrees in the fields of communications marketing public relations nonprofit management business or other related fields may be particularly interested in this position and are encouraged to apply.

• Willing to learn about IRC history philosophy global work and local efforts; adhere to IRC volunteer and workplace policies.

• Previousexperience incommunity engagementor donations management preferred especially in the nonprofit industry. Graphic design skills and knowledge of photography/Photoshopisa plus.

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in Englishadditionalproficiency in a refugee language preferred.

• Reliable self-motivated independent and able to take on a project assignment and ask for help when needed

• Access to a vehicle and willing to use personal vehicle to transport donated andpurchaseditems for deliveryispreferred

• Physical ability to lift 50 pounds

This is an unpaid internship position. No financial compensation including compensation for relocation is available.Note that a background check isfor this position.