Scope of Work: Welcome newcomers to our community by being one of the first friendly faces our clients see! When our refugee arrivals land at SeaTac airport, volunteers meet them at baggage claim and bring them to their new housing. Volunteers must have reliable transportation to drive clients and their luggage. This process takes about 3-4 hours from start to finish.
This is an ad hoc opportunity to understand how a refugee resettlement agency operates and is a tangible way to make a significant difference in a newcomer’s life without needing extensive training, language abilities, or much more than a welcoming attitude.
Time Commitment: A pick-up usually lasts between 3-4 hours. Most arrivals come Monday through Thursday with some exceptions on Friday. Cases do not arrive on weekends. Cases arrive at any time, meaning some pickups could end after midnight. This is an ad hoc opportunity.
Location: Pickups begin at SeaTac Airport and most housing for our clients is located in south King County.
Requirements:
- Reliable vehicle that can be used to drive clients and their luggage
- Ability to pass a background and driving background checks
- Strong intercultural communications skills, demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and across language barriers.
- Willingness to adhere to IRC volunteer and workplace policies
How to Apply:
Begin our general onboarding on the Golden platform here. There are a few steps for general onboarding before onboarding directly with our resettlement staff.
Updated: February 2026