Intern, Administrative Support

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking an administrative support intern to assist with various tasks in our Louisville office.

Responsibilities

• Support the Administrative Assistant with managing reception materials, answering client questions, and making direct requests to appropriate staff members.
• Assist with liaising with office and equipment maintenance providers and other external parties as needed to support office operations.
• Check out IRC staff and clients completing “shopping” visits to Contributions-In-Kind (CIK) stock room.
• Support in managing all incoming, existing, and outgoing inventory items, including data entry, recording client distributions, and stocking inbound donations.
• Conduct weekly vehicle inspections according to checklist.
• Data entry of inventory counts into Excel, Sortly, and other platforms.
• Comply with all policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be a current undergraduate student, graduate student, or less than 12 months past graduation.
• Access to a personal vehicle/reliable transportation; IRC Louisville cannot support securing transportation or housing for interns.
• Must be able to lift and carry items up to 50 pounds.
• Primary availability during IRC business hours (M-F; 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM).
• Ability to handle sensitive client information confidentially.
• Strong intercultural communication skills, including demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and across language barriers.
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
• Comfortable with Microsoft Excel and willingness to learn to use new software for data entry.
• Must be located in Louisville, Kentucky or in a commutable distance and be willing to complete field work.
• Adherence to IRC volunteer/intern and workplace policies.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a dynamic team and make a positive impact on people's lives.
• Gain valuable work experience and skills in administration and logistics.

How to Apply

Apply online at [Rescue.org/Careers](http://rescue.org/careers), selecting Louisville. Email questions to [Volunteer.Louisville@Rescue.org](mailto:Volunteer.Louisville@Rescue.org).