Development Data and Research Intern ( Fall 2026)

Summary

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a leading humanitarian organization responding to crises worldwide. The Development Data and Research Intern will support the Development team in organizing program data, creating impact materials, and conducting research to aid fundraising efforts.

Responsibilities

• Review and organize program data, tracking sheets and reports to identify key FY26 results and achievements
• Create data summaries, program one-pagers and materials that show IRC Silver Spring’s impact for proposals
• Research local data and trends to compare IRC Silver Spring’s results with community needs
• Work with program teams to collect program data updates, confirm information and ensure data accuracy
• Maintain organized data files, templates and resources for fundraising and reporting
• Research potential foundation, corporate and individual donors aligned with IRC Silver Spring programs
• Identify funding opportunities and update donor research and proposal tracking tools
• Support proposal development, reporting and other Development team projects as needed
• Submit intern hours through the volunteer dashboard
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

• Pursuing undergraduate or master's degree
• Previous experience demonstrating strong research and analytical skills
• Strong communicator with clear verbal and written expression
• Strong organization and administrative skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, collaborative environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
• Proficient in spoken and written English
• Ability to work independently and be resourceful
• Prior relevant coursework preferred

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Pursuing undergraduate or master's degree
• Previous experience demonstrating strong research and analytical skills
• Strong communicator with clear verbal and written expression
• Strong organization and administrative skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, collaborative environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
• Proficient in spoken and written English
• Ability to work independently and be resourceful

Nice to Haves

• Prior relevant coursework preferred

Benefits

• Fall 2026 interns may be eligible for per diem reimbursement at the rate of $15/day to offset the costs of food and travel.
• 10 sick days
• 10 US holidays
• 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure
• Medical insurance starting at $163 per month
• Dental starting at $6.50 per month
• Vision starting at $5 per month
• FSA for healthcare and commuter costs
• A 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching
• Disability & life insurance
• 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