Frequently Asked Questions

We work wherever the need takes us. Since our inception in 1984, we have worked in more than 85 nations on six continents. Today we are active in some 30 countries in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, North America, South America and the Caribbean. View where we work.

Unlike many other relief organizations, we stay long after the crisis has ended, providing training and tools to help communities fully recover, regain their footing and move forward on the path to self-reliance. We believe that no emergency response effort is complete without passing on the skills and resources that people need to be able to recover and take care of themselves.

International Medical Corps receives funding from public and private sources. Our work would not be possible without the generosity of corporations, foundations, government agencies and individuals like you.

87% of donations go to support our programs in the field. Our efficient operations have earned International Medical Corps the highest possible charity-watchdog honors.

International Medical Corps takes a holistic approach to health. We believe medical care is just one component of good health. For example, without clean water and nutritious food, there cannot be good health.

To view our current and anticipated openings, visit the employment page on our website. When you find an opening that matches your skill set, submit your resume along with the online application. You will be contacted by one of our Human Resources representatives for an interview if your qualifications meet our current needs.

International Medical Corps has security staff at both the HQ and country level trained to deal with a variety of emergency situations. All staff members sent to country programs, no matter the length of the assignment, receive security briefings tailored to the country where they are to work.

International Medical Corps works to the highest standards of integrity. We have a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of fraud, bribery and corruption. Our Ethics and Compliance Department helps make sure that our employees, directors, officers, consultants and other business partners respect and uphold the standards in our Code of Ethics and Conduct, as well as the legal, regulatory and donor requirements under which we operate.

When taking photos or videos, International Medical Corps always obtains consent from the people we work with or serve who are featured in the images. In addition, International Medical Corps does not use, nor has it ever used, artificial intelligence to generate or alter photos or video.

Please contact our media relations team at media@internationalmedicalcorps.org.

The difference really starts with you. There are many ways to make a difference in the lives of people affected by poverty, war, natural disaster and disease. By making a donation, no matter the size, you are ensuring that people around the world have what they need to survive and recover. You also can follow us on social media and spread the word about International Medical Corps and the issues that need our help.