You must be local for hybrid work, have a passion for education and international clients, strong communication skills, independence, gardening experience, cultural sensitivity, and a clean driving record.

You will assist with developing educational programs, supporting youth internship programs, collecting program data, maintaining outdoor gardens, completing administrative tasks, and researching and writing grants for local funding opportunities.

Business, Operations & Strategy

United States

Atlanta

Large

The International Rescue Committee responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and help people to survive, recover, and gain control of their future. 

Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees and displaced people forced to flee from war or disaster.

At work today in over 40+ countries and in 29 U.S. cities, the IRC restores safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure.

Non-profit

International Rescue Committee

We respond to the world’s worst humanitarian crises & help people to survive, recover, and gain control of their future.

<ul><li>The New Roots program intern reports directly to the New Roots Program Coordinator and supports efforts under the IRC’s New Roots program. New Roots focuses on bringing refugees together to build connections with their new homes through nutrition, healthy lifestyles, and community gardening. The New Roots intern will provide support for our Youth Food Justice program. The Youth Food Justice program includes, a youth internship program at Clarkston High School, a garden club, and classes on nutrition and healthy eating throughout the community.</li></ul>

Currently Studying

The New Roots program intern reports directly to the New Roots Program Coordinator and supports efforts under the IRC’s New Roots program. New Roots focuses on bringing refugees together to build connections with their new homes through nutrition, healthy lifestyles, and community gardening. The New Roots intern will provide support for our Youth Food Justice program. The Youth Food Justice program includes, a youth internship program at Clarkston High School, a garden club, and classes on nutrition and healthy eating throughout the community.

Summer 2024 New Roots Program Intern

Requirements

Responsibilities

International Rescue Committee

Mission & Purpose