Internship - Community Engagement: Volunteer Program Intern Fall 2023

Job Description

This is an unpaid internship for those residing in the Denver/Aurora metro area. We are unable to sponsor visas or assist with relocation. Mileage Reimbursement for travel (except to and from the IRC office) is possible

Time Commitment: 12 hours per week, during Fall semester

Location Remote with some in-person events at the IRC Denver office and various metro Denver locations

Schedule: Flexible with a weekly Monday morning team meeting required

Duties****: • Process incoming volunteer/intern applications, conduct phone interviews and process onboarding paperwork • Work with IRC staff to identify volunteer/intern needs • Develop materials for staff to help them train and manage volunteers • Assist in representing IRC Denver at recruiter events • Provide support for volunteers and interns • Help to manage community contacts and partnerships, days of services and volunteer events • Coordinate and teach new volunteer/intern information sessions

Learning Objective: The Community Engagement Volunteer Program Intern will have the opportunity to learn about the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program and how services are delivered to refugees in Colorado. They will see first hand how volunteers, interns and other community members are vital to the resettlement process and to achieving the goals of resettlement. This intern will gain knowledge about managing a large volunteer and intern program, including recruitment, training and ongoing support.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Ability to work independently and proactively • Strong writing and communication skills • Comfort speaking and presenting to small and large groups • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) • Ability to effectively work with diverse stakeholders (volunteers, clients, staff, community partners)

Preferred Skills: • Experience with community outreach and engagement • Public speaking experience and/or previous experience running trainings • Database management skills