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Operations Officer - Intern

CompanyIIRR
LocationRemote
Work ModeRemote
PostedDecember 4, 2025
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Operations Officer Intern will support the day-to-day functions of IIRR US Headquarters and assist in various operational tasks including database management, content editing, and volunteer recruitment. The role involves delivering special operations projects and providing administrative support as needed.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
266
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
IIRR is one of the world's leading rural-focused NGOs. Since 1960, our mission has been to help empower rural communities so that they can take charge of their own success. Our programs across health, education, environment, food systems and economic empowerment have been delivered in over 50 countries, directly impacting the lives of more than 44 million people. Africa and Asia are home to nearly 90% of the world's rural population, currently estimated at approx. 3.4 billion people globally. That is 45% of people on Earth. In much the same way that IIRR was called upon by UNICEF and the British Government to assist in the Ebola epidemic, we are working with existing and new partners to reach marginalized communities already being affected by the pandemic. This is far from a hopeless issue. With our commitment to innovation, we work with our partners to ensure those impact investments made in our food security, regenerative agriculture, health systems, and other programs generate a robust social return. Will you join our fight to end extreme rural poverty?
About the Role
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 currently maintains offices in Africa, Asia, and North America.   

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

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

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.
Key Skills
Organizational SkillsWriting SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProblem-SolvingTechnical SupportDatabase ManagementResearch SkillsEditing SkillsVolunteer RecruitmentProject ManagementAttention to DetailCreativitySelf-MotivationResponsivenessTime ManagementAdaptability
Categories
Social ServicesAdministrativeHuman ResourcesManagement & LeadershipEnvironmental & Sustainability