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

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 anunpaid internshipposition. 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.

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)