All US Internship Opportunities – general
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Job Description
About company
Lensa is a career site that facilitates job searching in the US. It is not a staffing firm or agency and does not directly hire for the jobs it promotes. Instead, Lensa advertises jobs on LinkedIn for its direct clients, recruitment ad agencies, and marketing partners. For this specific role, Lensa partners with DirectEmployers to promote a job for the International Rescue Committee (IRC). When users click to apply, they are redirected to the job board or employer’s site, where the terms and privacy notice of that site apply.
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a non-profit organization that offers professional learning experiences, specifically internships, to individuals interested in the humanitarian or non-profit sector.
Job description, detailed
• Job Title: All US Internship Opportunities – general
• Requisition ID: req45932
• Sector: Operations
• Employment Category: Intern
• Employment Type: Full-Time (though part-time options are also mentioned)
• Open to Expatriates: No
• Location: New York, NY HQ USA (interns are based in the U.S.)
This posting is a general call for applications for upcoming internship opportunities at the International Rescue Committee (IRC). It is designed for candidates who are flexible and wish to be considered for a variety of roles, rather than applying for a specific, individually listed internship. Specific opportunities are listed separately and on an ongoing basis, but this general application allows inclusion in a broader candidate pool.
Purpose of the Internship:
The IRC offers a professional learning experience aimed at individuals interested in the humanitarian or non-profit sector. While the internships are unpaid, they are highlighted as valuable opportunities to make a meaningful impact, contribute to the organization’s mission, and potentially launch a career in the non-profit field.
Common Internship Opportunities by Department/Function:
Internships are frequently available in a wide range of departments and functions, including:
• Advocacy
• Communications
• Education
• Emergency team
• Executive offices (CEO, COO, CFO)
• Finance
• Fundraising/revenue
• Gender & diversity
• Health
• Human Resources
• IT
• Marketing
• Policy
• Purchasing & global supply chain
• Resettlement programs
• Strategy
• Violence Prevention & Response
Further Considerations:
• Education Requirement: Applicants must have completed a minimum of two years of undergraduate-level education and be currently pursuing or have pursued additional levels of education.
• Compensation: Internships are unpaid. However, interns are eligible for a daily travel and meal subsidy.
• Academic Credit: Experiences gained through these internships can qualify for school credit, depending on the specific university and degree program of the intern.
• Duration and Workload: Internships typically last between 8 to 12 weeks and can be undertaken on either a full-time or part-time basis.
• Location: Interns are based in the U.S.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit their application to be included in the general candidate pool for various internship opportunities.
For any questions regarding this specific posting, applicants are directed to contact support@lensa.com.
