Operations & Supply Chain Intern

International Rescue Committee
United States, Florida, Miami
Nov 12, 2024
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. The IRC office in Miami has been serving the community since the 1960s. Over the decades, IRC in Miami has provided critical support to refugees, asylees, survivors of human trafficking, unaccompanied minors, immigrant youth, and their families. SCOPE OF SUPPLY CHAIN INTERN WORK: Work with Operations team to provide supply chain and operational support within the IRC Miami office. Assist with inventory management, operational tasks, administrative tasks, and various other related duties. Please note that all internship positions are unpaid. RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist IRC staff by picking/packing Contributions-In-Kind (CIK) requests. Physical inventory counts Label and organize donated household items Assist with unloading and loading inbound and outbound donated household items for IRC donors and clients Data entry of inventory counts into Excel and other platforms Use of personal, insured vehicle or IRC vehicle to transport donated items externally as needed Comply with all policies, procedures, and protocols Submit intern hours on volunteer dashboard Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications: Attention to detail, critical thinking skills, time management skills, and ability to work independently and part of a team Able to communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders Experience working with Microsoft Office applications Previous supply chain/inventory experience is a plus Fluent in English, both spoken and written REQUIREMENTS: Must submit intern hours on volunteer portal. Must pass a background check. Commitment of 10-12 hours per week. Must be at least 18 years old. This will be an in-person role to start as soon as possible. This role will report to the Operations Coordinator. 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.