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.
Job Overview
The IRC’s Resettlement, Asylum, & Integration (RAI) department works to create opportunities for refugees and other vulnerable migrants to survive and thrive in the U.S. and Europe through a diverse portfolio of programs aimed at five core outcomes: Health, Safety, Economic Wellbeing, Education and Power. As part of its strategy, the IRC is focused on becoming an outcome-driven, evidence-based organization with a commitment to data-driven programming. The Measurement Intern will work to support the Research, Analysis, and Learning Unit’s measurement team. In this role, the intern will work on current and ongoing data analysis projects and support IRC’s Outcomes & Evidence Framework across the RAI network. She/he will work directly under the supervision and guidance of the Deputy Director for Measurement & Data Analysis.
Major Responsibilities
Assist with coding and analyzing qualitative data using Dedoose
Help develop coding frameworks and maintain data organization
Contribute to synthesizing findings into memos, reports, or presentations
Attend team meetings and contribute to discussions around emerging insights
Contribute to developing and maintaining training resources, newsletters, and announcements
Assist with other related administrative duties as assigned
Learning Outcomes
Gain practical experience in conducting qualitative analysis
Enhance skills in data collection, data cleaning, and knowledge management
Strengthen knowledge management, communication, and program management skills
Internship Requirements
Currently pursuing a degree in social sciences, public health, communications, education, or a related field
Familiarity with qualitative research methods
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently on projects with minimal supervision
Excellent, demonstrated skills in Microsoft Excel, Airtable, PPT/Canva, and Word
Excellent written and communication skills and attention to detail
Experience with qualitative software (e.g., NVivo, ATLAS.ti, Dedoose)
Working Environment
Fully Remote
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.
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.