Description
The Youth Success Specialist Intern supports the International Rescue Committee (IRC) Youth Program by assisting in the delivery of academic, social-emotional, and enrichment services for refugee and immigrant youth through 10 weeks mentorships and tutoring cohorts as well as field trips.
The intern works closely with staff to help students build the skills needed to succeed in school and in their new community.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the facilitation of virtual tutoring and mentoring sessions via Zoom.
- Support outreach, scheduling, and communication with youth participants and volunteer mentors/tutors.
- Monitor virtual sessions to ensure a safe and respectful environment for all participants.
- Help develop and share educational resources, activities, and content aligned with program goals.
- Track attendance and assist with basic data entry and documentation for program evaluation.
- Collaborate with the Youth Success Specialist to identify and respond to the needs of youth participants.
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all organizational policies and procedures regarding youth safety and conduct.
Qualifications
- Prior experience and/or interest working with refugees and immigrants preferred.
- Prior experience and/or interest in case management, social work or education preferred.
- Ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced and global environment.
- Flexible and reliable, with outstanding attention to detail.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Zoom and Canva).
- Fluency in English required. Bilingual ability in one of the predominant languages of the local client base is desired.
- Valid driver's license, reliable access to a vehicle with current insurance and the ability to travel regularly throughout Baltimore strongly preferred.
- Availability on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM is required.
Position Details
- IN-PERSON: Spring 2027 internships will be hybrid. This includes a combination of standard office environment, remote work, and field time within the greater Baltimore area.
- DATES: Internships start with a required orientation on Wednesday, Jan 27th (approx. 9:30 AM – 3 PM). Regular weekly hours start the week of Jan 27th, 2027, and will continue through May 16th, 2027 (14 total weeks).
- HOURS: Internships require a minimum of 15 hours per week for 14 weeks. Interns should be able to come to the office at least 3 days per week.
- LAPTOP: Interns will be issued an IRC laptop for the duration of the internship to perform both remote and in-office responsibilities.
- REIMBURSEMENT: Internships with the IRC in Baltimore are unpaid. University credit may be arranged. Spring 2027 interns are eligible for per diem reimbursement at the rate of $15 per day (defined as 7.5 hours) to offset the costs of food and travel of the internship. Interns may also be reimbursed for mileage driven for any approved activities (based on round-trip mileage from the IRC office).