BACKGROUND: The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. At work in over 40 countries and 26 U.S. cities to restore safety, dignity and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm to home. The IRC in Atlanta office was established in 1979 and has resettled over 30,000 refugees from 50 countries into the Greater Atlanta area. As the largest refugee resettlement agency in Georgia, the IRC in Atlanta resettles an average of 1,000 refugees into Georgia annually and provides additional services and assistance to another 2,500 refugees and asylees. 

SCOPE OF NEW ROOTS INTERN WORK: 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. Please note that all internship positions are unpaid. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist with development and implementation of educational programs for Youth Food Justice program at Clarkston High School and other Clarkston-area schools; Support Youth Food Justice internship program for refugee high schoolers; Assist with program data collection and implementation. Perform routine outdoor garden maintenance as well as administrative duties; Assist in grant research and writing for local funding opportunities.  Other duties as assigned.