Internship International Distribution Jobs in Queens, NY

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.
LOCATION: Hybrid
START DATE: June 1, 2026
DURATION: Until August 28, 2026
POSITION REPORTS TO: Student Support Specialists; Dean of Student Support
DETAILS: Expected to be in person for specific program dates, including training from 6/29-
7/2 between hours of 8:00am - 4:00pm, and the NYSA Program from 7/6-8/14 M-F, 8:00 am
- 4:00 pm (Minimum 15 hours per week, preference to candidate seeking more hours)
• Review case notes and compile student progress data weekly to support the development
of accommodations and behavior plans.
• Support with case note writing and the creation of tools for behavioral interventions
• Collaborate with Classroom Culture Lead Teachers to gain additional insight into student
behavior and engagement.
• Monitor the execution of accommodations and behavior plans and track the effectiveness
of interventions.
• Participate in and assist with parent/teacher conferences and other family events during
the Academy.
• Support students by facilitating or co-facilitating 1:1 and small-group activities, including
SEL lessons, that promote emotional regulation, communication, and positive peer
interactions.
• Facilitate proactive circle time in classrooms or small groups, with training and guidance
provided.
• Conduct family outreach for program-related updates (excluding behavioral concerns).
• Support post-Academy needs such as survey distribution.
• Comply with all agency policies and protocols.
• Other relevant duties as assigned, including but not limited to:
o Assisting with programmatic outreach to families, reminding them of upcoming
events, and sending relevant information.
o Supporting other teams with facilitation or administrative work.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
1. Interns will develop understanding of systems, tools, and strategies for behavioral
management and support in a trauma-informed and culturally relevant manner.
2. Interns will contribute meaningfully to data collection and management in a non-profit
setting.
3. Interns will develop their understanding of the landscape of community resources and
services available across NYC.
REQUIREMENTS: Volunteers must be based in the U.S. Interns must be based in US, must be
a US citizen or have US work authorization, must be enrolled in post-secondary institution or have
graduated from a post-secondary institution within last 2 years.
• Undergraduate or graduate student in Psychology, Social Work, Education, or a
related field preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience working with refugee and/or immigrant populations preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, particularly in data collection and reporting.
• Organized, reliable, and flexible.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Fluency in written and spoken English required. Second language proficiency highly
desirable (including Spanish, Ukrainian, Russian, Haitian Creole, French, Pashto, Fulani,
Wolof, Dari, Farsi, Arabic)
PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS
All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.
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Compensation: Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.
US Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 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, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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