Fall Operations and Supply Chain Intern

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.

OVERVIEW:The Operations and Supply Chain Intern supports Staff in managing inventory and logistics, as well as administrative duties as assigned. Interns will gain familiarity with organizing, collecting, tracking, and disbursing purchased and in-kind resources to refugee and immigrant populations resettled by the IRC. They will assist Staff in maintaining storage space, support procurement efforts, and satisfy recordkeeping and reporting requirements.Please note that this is an unpaid position in person at our Tucson Arizona office for the Fall 2025 Semester. We will start engaging with qualified candidates in June.
RESPONSIBILITIES:Provides direct and administrative support services to the Operations team. o Assist in managing the tracking, distribution, and organization of CIK items (ex: clothing, diapers, household goods, etc.). ▪ Organize and operate the CIK room for client distribution as needed.Data entry regarding CIK items and inventoryPlace CIK requests with development for items neededAssist with general admin tasks including, but not limited to: provide coverage for front desk operations to ensure clients and stakeholders are adequately served and other duties as assigned.REQUIREMENTS:Knowledge or experience with data entry and admin processes is preferredAbility to maintain confidentiality regarding client informationStrong verbal and written skills in EnglishPunctual and reliableStrong intercultural communication skills; demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from other cultural backgroundsDriver’s license, personal vehicle, auto insurance, a clean driving record, and willingness to drive clients in personal vehicleCLEARANCES:All offers are contingent on successfully passing background and criminal history checks as required by federal and state law or by IRC policy.COMMITMENT:FALL: Minimum 15 hrs/wk for 14 weeksHours of coverage needed for front desk: Monday OR Wednesday 9am-5pm (7.5 hrs) Half day options available.Hours of coverage needed for CIK room: Tuesday 1 – 5 p.m. (4 hours) and Friday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. (4 hours)Preference given to applicants able to make multi-term commitmentReports To: Mckenna Armstrong, Operations Manager

Standard of Professional Conduct: The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.

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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 $143 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.