Background  
The International Rescue Committee, Inc. (IRC) helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster 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 people forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 28 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to rebuild their lives. The IRC in Baltimore was established in 1999 and currently serves over 2,500 immigrants and refugees per year.  

Scope of Work  
The operations intern works with the operations team in the Baltimore, Maryland office. Operations interns assist the operation team with daily in-office tasks that support office functions.   

Reports To   
Operations team 
   
Learning Objectives   
• Learn how community members can support humanitarian immigrants in the Baltimore metropolitan area. 
• Learn best practices for operating office daily functions. 
• Learn how to provide culturally sensitive support to youth, parents/guardians, and community partners.    

Responsibilities  
• Support the front desk by assisting clients waiting in the lobby and stamping envelopes. 
• IRC vehicle maintenance such as checking the mileage and tire pressure. 
• Assist with organizing, tracking and facilitating staff access to contributions in kind (donations). 
• Stock and track items in the supply room. 
• Distribute and track computers and key fobs for staff. 
• Prepare desks for new hires. 
• Other duties as assigned.