Review donor prospecting strategy with Grants Coordinator
Research and build database of grant opportunities
Maintain grants calendar and attend webinars
Draft grant proposals for supervisor review
What they're looking for
Currently enrolled graduate or undergraduate student in related field
Strong writing, research, and organizational skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Office programs
Ability to commit 15 hours weekly for minimum 3 months
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.
Apply on International Rescue Committee (IRC)'s site.
BACKGROUND: The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. At work in over 40 countries and 28 US cities to restore safety, dignity, and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm to home. Domestically, our 28 offices across the US ensure new arrivals have food, shelter, and clothing and work with refugees to help them gain self-sufficiency.
SCOPE OF INTERN WORK
This internship is an excellent opportunity for a current graduate/undergraduate student to gain exposure to the operations of a large international organization while practicing and applying Grant Management methods to maximize the reach of IRC programming in Atlanta GA. Please note that all internship positions are unpaid.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Work closely with the Grants Coordinator to review IRC Atlanta's donor prospecting strategy.
Grow a database for opportunities identified and conduct ongoing research related to the pre-award grant opportunities.
Update grants calendar regularly.
Attend grants webinars and information sessions.
Draft grant proposal for Grant Coordinator or Development Director review.
Provide support as needed in other areas of identified projects.
Submit intern hours on volunteer dashboard.
Other duties as assigned
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Student will gain experience in grant management, which is a crucial skill to move up in the non-profit sector.
Student will learn more about the pre-award process for building a funding portfolio in a non-profit.
Student will learn the basics of proposal development and play a key role in ensuring proactive responses to business development needs.
Student will develop an in-depth understanding of IRC Resettlement, Asylum, & Integration programming.
Student will gain experience drafting and writing grants of aligned projects.
QUALIFICATIONS
Currently enrolled graduate student or undergraduate student in a related field of International Relations/Development, Social Work, Global Human resources, Learning and Development; Non-Profit Management, International Business, or other relevant fields.
Comfort with research, organizing content, and liaising with staff.
Strong writing skills.
Excellent organizational skills, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to collaborate.
Ability to use basic functions of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office programs
English fluency is required.
REQUIREMENTS
Must submit intern hours on volunteer portal.
Must pass a background check.
Commitment of 15 hours per week for a minimum of 3 consecutive months.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must be authorized to work in the United States. Please note that we are unable to provide sponsorship for a US work authorization.
The is an in-person position. This position will report to the Pre-Award Grants Coordinator.
The internship will be filled on a rolling basis. We will continue to accept applications until August 14th, 2026, or until the position is filled, whichever occurs first. Internship will begin the week of September 8th, 2026.
PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS
All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.
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, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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