Remote Internship opportunities at International Institute of Rural Reconstruction (IIRR)

IIRR is one of the world’s leading rural development NGOs. Founded in 1960, IIRR’s programs have impacted more than 62 million rural lives across five continents. The organization’s programs address the health, education, and environmental conditions of rural communities and prioritizes the delivery of sustainable and scalable solutions that empower people to improve their lives and livelihoods. IIRR maintains offices in Africa, Asia, and North America.

01. Advocacy & Communications Officer – Intern

Location: Remote  |  Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled

IIRR is looking for intelligent, strategic, and resourceful thinkers to help the organization expand its branding and social media efforts to raise awareness of IIRR’s global impact. Advocacy & Communications Officer Interns will work under the direction of the Director of Global Operations.

This is an unpaid internship but available for class credits. We have two internship models: 

(i) full-time – requires a 5 days (40 hours) a week commitment of 3 months
(ii) part-time – required 3 to 4 days (20 hours) a week commitment of 6 months.

Please note that internship hours must be scheduled during regular New York/East Coast business hours.

Responsibilities may include one or more of the following: 

• Research and develop content for multi-channel communications platforms to support external communications and PR of the organization
• Support copywriting, graphic designing, and curating content for social media channels, website, and blogs to raise visibility on our projects and activities
• Help lead branding of the organization by assisting the implementation of social media campaigns across multiple platforms
• Support external communications to expand the organization’s online reach by liaising with local, national, and international journalists to support development and execution of media coverage
• Support documentation, including video and photography

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline (completed prior to internship start date)
• Well-organized, reliable, and self-motivated
• Helpful and responsive (e.g., when dealing with ad-hoc requests for providing support)
• Resourceful, creative, who enjoys problem-solving
• Impeccable writing skills with meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills
• Curiosity, creativity, and fearlessness in contributing new and bold ideas
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and effectively multi-task
• A willingness to fail fast and forward while respecting and valuing input from a global and diverse team
• Ability and willingness to work in a startup culture that may require fluidity in roles from week to week
• Intermediate experience with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Applications
• Responsive to manager’s feedback, ability to take direction and execute work independently with minimal oversight in a remote working environment
• Passionate about making a positive difference

How to Apply

Application Instructions:
Submit resume/CV, cover letter (indicating preference for part-time or full-time placement), and contact information for three references through this: >>LINK>.

02. Operations Officer – Intern

Location: Remote  |  Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

IIRR is looking for intelligent, strategic, and resourceful thinkers to support the operational management of IIRR Headquarters. Operations Officer Interns will work under the direction of the Director of Global Operations.

This is an unpaid internship but available for class credits. We have two internship models:
(i) full-time – requires a 5 days (40 hours) a week commitment of 3 months
(ii) part-time – required 3 to 4 days (20 hours) a week commitment of 6 months.

Please note that internship hours must be scheduled during regular New York/East Coast business hours.

Responsibilities may include one or more of the following: 

• Support the day-to-day functions of IIRR US Headquarters
• Assist in reviewing, analyzing, and updating database records across fundraising, communications, and operations
• Assist in the proofreading and copy-editing support for external content
• Help in researching and building resources for the US Office
• Assist in organizing and coordinating the internship program
• Assist with volunteer recruitment including conducting onboarding for new members
• Assist in posting positions on university pages, career pages, other websites, and social media
• Assist in reviewing and editing job descriptions
• Update manuals and other documents
• Provide light technical support
• Deliver special operations projects as needed on an ongoing basis
• Other duties related to operations and administration

 Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline (completed prior to internship start date)
• Well-organized, reliable, and self-motivated
• Helpful and responsive (e.g., when dealing with ad-hoc requests for providing support)
• Resourceful, creative, who enjoys problem-solving
• Impeccable writing skills with meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills
• Curiosity, creativity, and fearlessness in contributing new and bold ideas
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and effectively multi-task
• A willingness to fail fast and forward while respecting and valuing input from a global and diverse team
• Ability and willingness to work in a startup culture that may require fluidity in roles from week to week
• Intermediate experience with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Applications
• Responsive to manager’s feedback, ability to take direction and execute work independently with minimal oversight in a remote working environment
• Passionate about making a positive difference

How to Apply

Application Instructions:
Submit resume/CV, cover letter (indicating preference for part-time or full-time placement), and contact information for three references through this: >>LINK>

03. Partnerships Officer – Intern

Location: Remote  |  Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

IIRR is looking for intelligent, strategic, and resourceful thinkers to help the organization expand and strengthen its partnership efforts with foundations, corporations, and other implementation collaborators. Partnerships Officer Interns will work under the direction of the Director of Global Operations.

This is an unpaid internship but available for class credits. We have two internship models:

(i) full-time – requires a 5 days (40 hours) a week commitment of 3 months

(ii) part-time – required 3 to 4 days (20 hours) a week commitment of 6 months.

Please note that internship hours must be scheduled during regular New York/East Coast business hours. 

Responsibilities may include one or more of the following:

• Lead the identification, mapping, and profiling of potential partners, including NGOs, community-based organizations, private sector actors, academic institutions, and government agencies
• Assist in researching donor priorities, partner capacities, and sector trends to inform partnership opportunities
• Develop concept notes, fact sheets, and other informational materials about IIRR and its projects and programs for potential donors
• Maintain and update the partnership database, contact lists, and related documentation
• Track partnership deliverables, reporting deadlines, and key performance indicators, flagging any issues to be addressed
• Maintain good working relationships with partners through timely responses, professional correspondence, and follow-up
• Monitor partner communications channels (newsletters, social media, press releases) to identify updates, opportunities, or risks
• Perform other duties as needed to support the partnership, fundraising, and program teams

 Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline (completed prior to internship start date)
• Well-organized, reliable, and self-motivated
• Helpful and responsive (e.g., when dealing with ad-hoc requests for providing support)
• Resourceful, creative, who enjoys problem-solving
• Impeccable writing skills with meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills
• Curiosity, creativity, and fearlessness in contributing new and bold ideas
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and effectively multi-task
• A willingness to fail fast and forward while respecting and valuing input from a global and diverse team
• Ability and willingness to work in a startup culture that may require fluidity in roles from week to week
• Intermediate experience with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Applications
• Responsive to manager’s feedback, ability to take direction and execute work independently with minimal oversight in a remote working environment
• Passionate about making a positive difference

How to Apply

Application Instructions:

Submit resume/CV, cover letter (indicating preference for part-time or full-time placement), and contact information for three references through this: >>LINK>.

04. Research Officer – Intern

Location: Remote  |  Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

IIRR is looking for intelligent, strategic, and resourceful thinkers to help support the development of project proposals and knowledge management materials through targeted research activities. Research Officer Interns will work under the direction of the Director of Global Operations.

This is an unpaid internship but available for class credits. We have two internship models:

(i) full-time – requires a 5 days (40 hours) a week commitment of 3 months

(ii) part-time – required 3 to 4 days (20 hours) a week commitment of 6 months.

Please note that internship hours must be scheduled during regular New York/East Coast business hours.

Responsibilities may include one or more of the following:  

• Review literature relevant to IIRR’s flagship themes: Health, Education, Economic Empowerment, Food Systems, and the Environment
• Contribute input to the development of research questions & concept notes
• Assist in authoring research reports, briefing notes, policy papers, and other materials as required
• Research and Identify and develop possible areas for partnership with local organizations, universities, research institutions, etc.
• Represent IIRR where appropriate in program meetings, coordination meetings, staff meetings, workshops, and meetings with stakeholders
• Help to develop and coordinate research dissemination and follow-up activities, including providing substantive advice on the future direction of the program
• Other duties as required

 Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline (completed prior to internship start date)
• Well-organized, reliable, and self-motivated
• Helpful and responsive (e.g., when dealing with ad-hoc requests for providing support)
• Resourceful, creative, who enjoys problem-solving
• Impeccable writing skills with meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills
• Curiosity, creativity, and fearlessness in contributing new and bold ideas
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and effectively multi-task
• A willingness to fail fast and forward while respecting and valuing input from a global and diverse team
• Ability and willingness to work in a startup culture that may require fluidity in roles from week to week
• Intermediate experience with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Applications
• Responsive to manager’s feedback, ability to take direction and execute work independently with minimal oversight in a remote working environment
• Passionate about making a positive difference

How to Apply

Application Instructions:

Submit resume/CV, cover letter (indicating preference for part-time or full-time placement), and contact information for three references through this: >>LINK>.

05. Fundraising Officer – Intern

Location: Remote  |  Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

IIRR is looking for intelligent, strategic, and resourceful thinkers to help the organization expand and strengthen its fundraising efforts. Fundraising Officer Interns will work under the direction of the Director of Global Operations.

This is an unpaid internship but available for class credits. We have two internship models:  

(i) full-time – requires a 5 days (40 hours) a week commitment of 3 months

(ii) part-time – required 3 to 4 days (20 hours) a week commitment of 6 months.

Please note that internship hours must be scheduled during regular New York/East Coast business hours.

Responsibilities may include one or more of the following:  

• Provide data collection and research including tracking all forms of funding sources
• Develop letters, fact sheets, and other informational materials about IIRR and its projects and programs for potential donors
• Proofread and edit letters of intent and grant proposals
• Assist with updating and maintaining IIRR donor database
• Research potential major donor prospects and assist with donor outreach and cultivation
• Research leads for potential donors and creating donor profiles
• Draft communications such as new donor mailings, appeals, and thank you letters
• Maintain online donation portals and keep up to date
• Support in grant proposals either through research and writing
• Assist other departments and interns accomplish tasks as needed

 Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline (completed prior to internship start date)
• Well-organized, reliable, and self-motivated
• Helpful and responsive (e.g., when dealing with ad-hoc requests for providing support)
• Resourceful, creative, who enjoys problem-solving
• Impeccable writing skills with meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills
• Curiosity, creativity, and fearlessness in contributing new and bold ideas
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and effectively multi-task
• A willingness to fail fast and forward while respecting and valuing input from a global and diverse team
• Ability and willingness to work in a startup culture that may require fluidity in roles from week to week
• Intermediate experience with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Applications
• Responsive to manager’s feedback, ability to take direction and execute work independently with minimal oversight in a remote working environment
• Passionate about making a positive difference

How to Apply

Application Instructions:

Submit resume/CV, cover letter (indicating preference for part-time or full-time placement), and contact information for three references through this: >>LINK>.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

No calls, please. If you have not received a response from us in two weeks, you should assume that your application was not successful on this occasion.