Summer 2025: Event Planning Intern (Unpaid)

Job title: Summer 2025: Event Planning Intern (Unpaid) in San Diego, CA at International Rescue Committee Company: International Rescue Committee Job description: Requisition ID: req58251Job Title: Summer 2025: Event Planning Intern (Unpaid)Sector: FundraisingEmployment Category: InternEmployment Type: Part-TimeOpen to Expatriates: NoLocation: San Diego, CA USAWork Arrangement: HybridJob DescriptionIRC BACKGROUND: Founded in 1933, the IRC is a leading organization providing relief, protection, and resettlement services for refugees and victims of oppression throughout the U.S. IRC in San Diego has resettled over 31,000 refugees to San Diego County over the past 50 years and provides numerous program services. In San Diego, the IRC opened its doors in 1975 and has grown to serve approximately 7,000 refugee and immigrant individuals from 115 countries of origin each year through 5 different departments.SCOPE OF INTERNSHIP:The Event Planning Intern will support the Development Team at IRC San Diego in coordinating and promoting the annual fundraising event, Taste of IRC, that will take place on October 30th, 2025. This role offers hands-on experience in event planning, communication, development and donor relations.RESPONSIBILITIES:Assist in planning and logistics for the Taste of IRCSupport outreach to donors, sponsors, vendors, and event partnersHelp develop promotional materials and social media contentManage event-related databases and tracking documentsLEARNING OBJECTIVES:Student will learn how to plan and execute major fundraising and community eventsStudent will learn about strategic planning for fundraising and communicationsStudent will learn about administrative processes in the non-profit space.BENEFITS:Hands-on experience in fundraising and event coordinationMentorship and professional development opportunitiesFlexible scheduleLetter of recommendation upon successful completionREQUIREMENTS:Currently in an undergraduate or graduate degree program or graduated within one year, preferably event planning, marketing, communications or related area of studyProficient in spoken and written EnglishInterest in event planning, nonprofit work, fundraising, or related fieldsStrong organizational and communication skillsDetail-oriented and proactiveComfortable working independently and as part of a teamProficient in Microsoft Office suitePrevious volunteer or event planning experience is a bonus, but not requiredIntern will need to supply their home workspace, computer, internet access, etc.This position reports to the Development Manager.Compensation: This is an unpaid internship opportunity.Working Environment:The Event Planning Internship is remote, with occasional in-person days.San Diego Office hours are scheduled Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm PST. Selected interns can choose their hours based on this window of availability.Qualifications Expected salary: Location: San Diego, CA Apply for the job now! Apply for this job