Information Systems Intern

International Rescue Committee
United States, New York, New York
122 East 42nd Street (Show on map)
Nov 22, 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. SCOPE OF INTERN WORK: The Information Systems Intern will be responsible for managing and enhancing ETO, the primary database of the International Rescue Committee's New York program office. The intern will receive hands-on experience with database management, API calls, and software development. The intern will have the opportunity to collaborate with other interns, program teams, and senior leadership to build product enhancements and optimize workflows. The intern will complete a large-scale project connecting multiple data management systems via a custom-built API using Power Automate. This intern will complete the internship with enhanced technical skills, problem solving capabilities, and a robust project portfolio. RESPONSIBILITIES: * Identify areas for workflow optimization and build automations as necessary. * Design, build, and test API calls including GET and PUSH requests. * Work with Power Automate to connect our database to our existing business processes. * Address any user inquiries relating to ETO or Power Automate as assigned. * Assist with creating new touchpoints and entities in ETO as necessary. * Assist with batch uploading data into ETO as necessary. LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1. Gain firsthand knowledge of ETO, a primary information system used by Humanitarian Nongovernmental Organizations and how it can be used to scale social impact. 2. Enhance problem solving capabilities by engaging in solutions architecture in a professional setting. 3. Expand technical capacity by building automations that optimize staff workflows. POSITION REPORTS TO: Data and Quality Assurance Coordinator Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation Minimum Qualifications: REQUIREMENTS: * Current graduate student (or having graduated within twelve months of the internship start date) in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or related field. * At least one year of full-time professional experience (internships included) in Software Development, Information Technology, Solutions Architecture, or a related field. * Experience with REST-based API calls such as GET and PUSH requests * Advanced knowledge of Power Automate is strongly preferred. * Experience with other Power Platform tools, such as Power Apps, is a plus but is not required. * Knowledge of SAP Business Intelligence is a plus but is not required. * Passion for humanitarianism or other social impact work. 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.