Fall 2026 Operations Intern - UNPAID

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) seeks an Operations Intern to provide administrative and operational support within the IRC Georgia and Florida offices. This unpaid internship involves assisting with reception duties, liaising with maintenance providers, and supporting office operations in an in-person role based in Atlanta, GA.

Responsibilities

• Support Administrative Assistant with managing reception materials, answering client questions, and directing requests to appropriate staff members.
• Assist with maintaining the reception area and lobby in a neat and professional manner.
• Assist with liaising with office and equipment maintenance providers and other external parties as needed to support office operations.
• Assist in covering the front desk for the Administrative Assistant.
• Comply with all policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Submit intern hours on volunteer dashboard.
• Other duties as assigned.

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; no sponsorship provided.
• Attention to detail, critical thinking skills, time management skills, and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Able to communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office Applications.
• Previous administrative experience preferred.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written; bilingual language skills a plus.

Skills

• Administrative Support
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Time Management
• Critical Thinking
• Professional Communications
• Reception Duties
• Operational Support
• Background Check Compliance

Languages

English