Fall 2026 Youth Program Intern

About the role#

The Youth Futures Program supports the academic and social needs of refugee and asylee youth at Clarkston High School. Interns assist with an after-school program that focuses on homework help, social-emotional learning, and academic support to foster student success.

What you'll do#

• Support IRC staff with daily program delivery and logistics.
• Help students with homework, college applications, resume writing, and job searches.
• Plan and prepare for Youth Futures events, field trips, and workshops.
• Engage with students to provide an enriching and supportive academic and social environment.
• Maintain program documentation, update resource lists, and enter data into databases.

What you'll need#

• Current enrollment or background in fields such as Psychology, Sociology, Human Resources, or Political Science.
• Experience working with youth or young adults.
• Excellent communication and writing skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Interest in international and refugee issues, with sensitivity for working in a multi-cultural setting.
• Must be at least 18 years old and able to pass a background check.

Location & details#

• Location: Atlanta, GA (On-site at Clarkston High School).
• Term: Fall 2026 (Begins the week of September 8, 2026).
• Commitment: 15 hours per week for a minimum of 3 consecutive months.
• Status: This is an unpaid internship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available.