Community Engagement Intern

INTERNATIONAL RESCUE COMMITTEE

Anti-Trafficking Community Engagement Intern supporting IRC's initiatives in Miami and Tallahassee. Collaborating with teams for resource development and community engagement.

Posted 6/19/2026internshipMiami • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Spring

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with resource development needs, including community engagement, external communications, event planning, and fundraising
Assist the Program Manager and Program Coordinators in maintaining accurate, up-to-date data across pertinent databases
Collect and record community engagement prospect information
Attend community engagement events and information sessions
Attend and actively participate in staff meetings and special staff development programs
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

An interest in international affairs and refugee/immigrant issues
Effective communication and writing skills
Strong attention to detail
Excellent organizational skills
Creativity and initiative to follow through on projects
A strong desire to help people and enthusiasm to work in a multi-cultural setting
Time management.
Must submit intern hours on volunteer portal.
Must pass a background check.
Must commit of 15 hours per week for a minimum of 3 consecutive months.
Commitment through Spring 2026 semester preferred.
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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

10 sick days
10 US holidays
20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure
medical insurance starting at $163 per month
dental starting at $6.50 per month
vision starting at $5 per month
FSA for healthcare and commuter costs
a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching
disability & life insurance
an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.

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Soft Skills

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