NYC Ladders for Leaders Summer Intern

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 50 countries and in 22 US cities, the IRC restores safety, dignity, and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home. Learn more about the IRC’s mission and impact.

Intern with the IRC through Ladders for Leaders

The IRC is seeking college students with a variety of career interests to intern with us this summer (July – August 2023) through the Ladders for Leaders program. Ladders for Leaders (L4L) is a nationally recognized program that offers high achieving and diverse college students the opportunity to participate in paid professional summer internships. Through L4L, you can intern at one of the world’s leading humanitarian organizations in any department of your interest. This 6-week summer internship will be 25 hours per week and based at the IRC’s New York Headquarters in Midtown, Manhattan. Eligible applicants are college students, ages 18-21, who are New York City residents - regardless of where you attend college.

The Ladders for Leaders program at the International Rescue Committee gives students a unique opportunity to explore their career and educational interests through:

- Pre-employment Training: Receive help with résumé and cover letter writing, and interviewing skills. Learn essential workplace readiness skills and business etiquette. - Paid Summer Internship: Paid internship opportunities available in a variety of departments and global teams across the IRC to accommodate students’ varying interests. - Professional Development Opportunities: As part of L4L at the IRC, you will take part in several professional development opportunities, including weekly Lunch & Learns with IRC leaders who will speak to their specific functions and career paths. - A Cohort of L4L IRC Interns: As part of this internship, you will be joining an engaging, supportive, and inclusive cohort of nearly 100 other high achieving and diverse college students interning at the IRC. - Opportunity to join our growing Alumni Network: Broad network of alumni, post-internship opportunities and networking events open only to past participants of the program

Apply now to be considered for one of the nearly 100 internships offered through Ladders for Leaders at the International Rescue Committee!

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: In accordance with IRC’s duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards and our commitment to safeguard the health of our employees, clients, and communities, IRC requires new hires to furnish proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be considered for any in-office or hybrid positions. All IRC US offices require full vaccination to attend any in-office functions (e.g., meetings, trainings).

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity: IRC is committed to building a diverse organization and a climate of inclusivity. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they can contribute to this goal.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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