Remote Economic Empowerment Spring Intern
TIME COMMITMENT: Interns: at least 2 days or 15-20 hours per week
(Please note that is an UNPAID internship opportunity.)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Complete intake forms with clients up to 5 years after arrival in the US to assess needs and refer to appropriate programs.
- Research and identify programs and resources that enable refugees to meet their long-term educational, employment and life goals.
- Ensure interaction with clients is documented in case notes and conduct follow-up with clients by phone and in person.
- Input client information in a database and assist with tracking and reporting as necessary.
- Provide translation and interpretation when necessary.
- Assess immigration documentation of clients to determine program eligibility.
- Display sensitivity to cultural and personality differences of refugee clients. Respect their beliefs and values.
- Adhere to IRC policies, particularly those related to confidentiality and client privacy.
- Other related duties as assigned, including answering and directing incoming phone calls.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Learn about refugee resettlement and refugee social services
Develop problem-solving and client services skills
Learn how to manage client cases within established deadlines
Make lasting impacts to IRC clients rebuilding their loves
REQUIREMENTS:
- Undergraduate level studies in social sciences, international relations or related field.
- Preferred languages: French, Spanish, Arabic, Pashto, Dari/Farsi, Swahili
- Strong desire to help refugees rebuild their lives in New Jersey.
- Excellent attention to detail and effective communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
- Patience, understanding, flexibility, and an unceasingly positive attitude
- Willing to learn about IRC history, philosophy, global work, and local efforts.
- Willing to adhere to IRC volunteer and workplace policies.
TO APPLY:
· Select your internship preferences
· Establish your internship availability: weekly & term
· Prepare your resume & cover letter
· Identify 2 references from work or school
· Complete an application through the external application link on Handshake
** NOTE: On the application **
o Select office as: US-Elizabeth, NJ
o Note Your Top Internship Type Preferences
o Note your volunteer availability
o Note any languages you would be comfortable translating or interpreting