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Development Data and Research Intern ( Spring2027)

International Rescue Committee
Silver Spring, USA
Part-time
Intern
Hybrid
Discovered 3 days ago

Full Job Posting

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Review and organize program data, tracking sheets and reports to identify key annual results and achievements.
  • Create data summaries, program one-pagers and materials that show IRC Silver Spring’s impact for proposals.
  • Research local data and trends to compare IRC Silver Spring’s results with community needs.
  • Work with program teams to collect program data updates, confirm information and ensure data accuracy.
  • Maintain organized data files, templates and resources for fundraising and reporting.
  • Research potential foundation, corporate and individual donors aligned with IRC Silver Spring programs.
  • Identify funding opportunities and update donor research and proposal tracking tools.
  • Support proposal development, reporting and other Development team projects as needed.
  • Submit intern hours through the volunteer dashboard.
  • Other duties as assigned
  • LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
  • Gain experience organizing program data and creating clear impact materials for fundraising and reporting.
  • Learn how nonprofits use internal and external data to support grant proposals and donor communications.
  • Develop skills in donor prospecting, funding research and nonprofit development strategies.
  • Build experience collaborating with program teams to collect information and communicate outcomes.
  • MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:
  • Pursuing undergraduate or master’s degree.
  • Previous experience demonstrating strong research and analytical skills.
  • Prior relevant coursework preferred.
  • Strong communicator with clear verbal and written expression.
  • Strong organization and administrative skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, collaborative environment.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
  • Proficient in spoken and written English.
  • Ability to work independently and be resourceful.
  • TO APPLY
  • Click Apply Now at the top of this page. Please attach a resume, cover letter and list of (at least) three references to your application. The deadline for applying is 01/04/2027.
  • This position is for Spring 2027 and requires a minimum commitment of 12 weeks and 22.5 hours per week. This is not a fully remote position and interns must be able to work in the office at least one day per week. Overall ability to work in person is preferred
  • Spring 2027 interns are expected to begin their internship term by attending an in-person intern orientation on Jan 25th, 2027, from 9:15AM-3:30PM. We currently offer internships during the following semesters:
  • Spring: January – May Summer: June – August Fall: September – December
  • Internships are typically posted 2-3 months prior to the anticipated start date.
  • Note: Internships with the IRC in Silver Spring are unpaid. Spring 2027 interns may be eligible for per diem reimbursement at the rate of $15/day to offset the costs of food and travel. For information on scholarship opportunities, contact your university or the IRC Silver Spring Community Engagement Coordinator Lalah Ehrari [email protected].
  • Candidates applying not enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program and outside of 12 months from graduation are welcome to apply. These candidates will be processed as volunteers.
  • To protect our clients, the IRC requires all selected applicants to complete background checks. We ask that you make a $30 donation to help us cover the associated costs. Currently, 87% of our funding goes directly to programming to support our clients, and your help to cover this cost will ensure that no funding is directed away from serving our clients. Instructions will be provided after you have been selected to intern or volunteer.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Cookies: https://careers.rescue.org/us/en/cookiesettings
  • 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.
  • Spring 2027 interns are expected to begin their internship term by attending an in-person intern orientation on Jan 25th, 2027, from 9:15AM-3:30PM.
  • We currently offer internships during the following semesters:
  • Spring: January – May
  • Summer: June – August
  • Fall: September – December

Qualifications

  • Pursuing undergraduate or master’s degree.
  • Previous experience demonstrating strong research and analytical skills.
  • Strong communicator with clear verbal and written expression.
  • Strong organization and administrative skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, collaborative environment.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
  • Proficient in spoken and written English.
  • Ability to work independently and be resourceful.
  • TO APPLY
  • Click Apply Now at the top of this page. Please attach a resume, cover letter and list of (at least) three references to your application. The deadline for applying is 01/04/2027.
  • Spring 2027 interns are expected to begin their internship term by attending an in-person intern orientation on Jan 25th, 2027, from 9:15AM-3:30PM.
  • Spring: January – May
  • Summer: June – August
  • Fall: September – December
  • Internships are typically posted 2-3 months prior to the anticipated start date.
  • Note: Internships with the IRC in Silver Spring are unpaid. Spring 2027 interns may be eligible for per diem reimbursement at the rate of $15/day to offset the costs of food and travel. For information on scholarship opportunities, contact your university or the IRC Silver Spring Community Engagement Coordinator Lalah Ehrari [email protected].
  • Candidates applying not enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program and outside of 12 months from graduation are welcome to apply. These candidates will be processed as volunteers.
  • To protect our clients, the IRC requires all selected applicants to complete background checks. We ask that you make a $30 donation to help us cover the associated costs. Currently, 87% of our funding goes directly to programming to support our clients, and your help to cover this cost will ensure that no funding is directed away from serving our clients. Instructions will be provided after you have been selected to intern or volunteer.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Cookies: https://careers.rescue.org/us/en/cookiesettings
  • 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.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior relevant coursework preferred.
  • This position is for Spring 2027 and requires a minimum commitment of 12 weeks and 22.5 hours per week. This is not a fully remote position and interns must be able to work in the office at least one day per week. Overall ability to work in person is preferred

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