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 50 countries and more than 25 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: The mission of the IRC is to help people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster, including the climate crisis, to survive, recover and gain control over their future. New Roots is the food and agriculture program of the International Rescue Committee in Charlottesville, and offers refugee and immigrant-centered initiatives spanning community gardening, small farm business development, and other community-building activities. New Roots Charlottesville is a multicultural community growing food together to build health, connection, and power. Scope of Work: As New Roots Program Support Intern, you will support the New Roots community of refugee and immigrant urban farmers in diverse ways throughout the 2024-25 academic year. You will begin your internship by getting to know New Roots gardeners as you coordinate IRC’s annual interview-based participant surveys and assist with workdays and events on the farm. As you get to know the New Roots community, you will be invited to contribute your own skillsets and interests to a new project of your own design, or to support the New Roots staff team with emerging initiatives. Students of agriculture, development, anthropology, communications, architecture, engineering, language, art, and more are encouraged to consider this position. Past interns have specialized in community engagement, marketing, communications, social media, and farm systems. We encourage you to consider where your passion and experience intersects with our multi-cultural urban agriculture and food justice programs. Responsibilities: •Serve as an enumerator for New Roots participant surveys and food security assessments •Attend regular garden workdays in the field •Design self-directed project(s) to benefit the New Roots community of refugee and immigrant farmers and gardeners •Support the New Roots community through various opportunities such as garden site events, designs, and policies •Assist New Roots gardeners with the annual garden application process •Communicate with New Roots gardeners and community volunteers through various in-person and digital platforms •Assist with administrative tasks as needed •Record hours and submit a timesheet Minimum Qualifications:•Attend IRC volunteer orientation •Strong organizational skills, motivated, and able to work independently and in a team •Reliable, responsible, punctual and professional •Flexible and able to work in a fast-paced environment, willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions •Comfortable working in a multicultural setting •Fluent in English, Bilingual skills a plus •Ability to communicate with limited English speakers and experience working with diverse communities •Proficient user of Microsoft Suite •Farming, gardening, or community organizing experience a plus •Access to reliable transportation to garden sites across Charlottesville •Availability for weekend and evening work This position is unpaid and reports to the New Roots Education and Outreach Specialist. 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 or disability.   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. Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.