Refugee Economic Security Intern – Unpaid

Requisition ID: req55211

Job Title: Refugee Economic Security Intern – Unpaid

Sector: Employment

Employment Category: Intern

Employment Type: Part-Time

Open to Expatriates: No

Location: Dallas, TX USA

Work Arrangement:In-person

Job Description

Economic Empowerment Program:

IRCs resettlement model focuses on the self-sufficiency of our refugee clients. Our Employment Services program guides clients on their path to economic self-sufficiency through job application support, job search assistance, resume building, job readiness training, and career coaching.

Interns Responsibilities:

The interns primary point of contact will be the Employment Program Coordinator and other caseworkers.

Interns can expect to support refugee clients’ self-sufficiency and employment goals through resume building, providing job readiness training classes, leading public transportation orientations, and assisting with job applications on behalf of clients. Interns will also be responsible for accurately and promptly submitting case notes and file documentation detailing services they’ve provided.

Interns will have the opportunity to support clients directly in overcoming barriers to economic self-sufficiency. Interns will gain greater insight into the resettlement process for refugees in the Dallas area. IRC places a strong focus on hiring from our intern pool- if you are eager to break into social work, international relations or political science, or are looking for nonprofit experience, this internship is for you.

Qualifications

This is an unpaid position

Requirements

Must be able to come into the Dallas office at least 15 hours a week between 8:30 am-4:30 pm M-F. Must be willing to use personal vehicle to drive clients to job interviews if needed- interns do qualify for paid mileage reimbursement.

Check with your schools Internship Coordinator BEFORE accepting the hiring offer to determine if this position satisfies the criteria for receiving academic credit.