Volunteer

Volunteer Opportunities

Thank you for your interest in welcoming refugees to your community. By volunteering with the IRC in San Diego, CA, you use your skills to help people who have fled violence and persecution to rebuild their lives in America. See below for the latest volunteer opportunities and how to apply.

Current opportunities

San Diego, CA
Youth Tutor Volunteer
Available until: December 15, 2025
IRC San Diego needs youth tutor volunteers to support refugee students. Volunteers work one-on-one and in small groups to assist assignments, subject matter learning, and language development, creating a positive and welcoming environment for these students. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of refugee youth
San Diego, CA
Vocational English as a Second Language (VESL) Volunteer
Available until: December 31, 2025
The IRC San Diego is seeking volunteers to support the Vocational English as a Second Language (VESL) program. As a VESL Volunteer, you’ll play a crucial role in empowering students and fostering their language skills.
San Diego, CA
Front Desk Assistant Volunteer
Available until: December 31, 2025
The Front Desk Assistant, at our both locations, will provide general office support with a variety of clerical activities and related tasks. This role will serve as the site’s primary Receptionist; greeting, welcoming, and directing visitors and clients appropriately; notifying IRC’s personnel of visitor/client arrival; maintaining the lobby and front desk; as well as the telecommunications and check-in systems.