Financial Coaching & Economic Mobility Intern - Spring 2027

Location: Charlottesville, VA USA

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.

BACKGROUND: Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee is a leading, non-sectarian, non-profit organization providing emergency relief, protection, rehabilitation assistance, resettlement services, and advocacy for refugees and victims of oppression or violent conflict.  Domestically, our 29 offices across the U.S. ensure new arrivals have food, shelter, and clothing, and work with refugees to help them gain self-sufficiency.

SCOPE OF WORK: The Financial Coaching intern works with IRC Financial Coaches to provide educational tools and resources, financial coaching, and guidance to clients accessing IRC loan products to meet client-identified goals to increase their financial capability. Tasks may include conducting outreach to clients, supporting clients with loan applications, and assisting in developing workshops.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support facilitation of credit education and financial literacy training with clients
• Support continued curriculum development for workshops covering financial literacy topics
• Research local agencies and organizations to expand community partnerships for client referrals and support advocacy efforts
• Develop personal finance tools and resources, including translatable user guides, to share with clients
• Assist clients with IRC’s Center for Economic Opportunity (CEO) loan applications and access to bank accounts
• Attend staff meetings, team meetings, and training related to the position
• Provide general administrative support

REQUIREMENTS

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree or recent graduate.
• Strong interest in working with clients from broad global environments
• Familiarity with a coaching model and related activities
• Proven ability to work with consideration and respect
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office programs and internet research
• Enthusiasm for helping people to learn and demonstrate professionalism
• Interns must be able to work at least 10 hours a week for at least 10 weeks
• Valid driver’s license and access to an insured vehicle preferred

This position is unpaid and reports to the Economic Empowerment Coordinator.

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.

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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.