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Front Desk & Operations Intern

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  • Internship
    Part-time
    Summer Internship
  • People, HR & Administration
  • Elizabeth, +1

Requirements

  • Previous administrative experience preferred
  • Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Cultural sensitivity and detail oriented with the proven ability to meet deadlines
  • Ability to effectively communicate and work as a team member in a cross-cultural environment;
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English; additional fluency in Arabic, Dari, Pashto, French, Spanish or Kiswahili preferred.
  • Willing to learn about IRC history, philosophy, global work, and local efforts.
  • Willing to adhere to IRC volunteer and workplace policies

Responsibilities

  • Assist the SOR Caseworker to conduct new client intakes to assess needs and develop and implement self-sufficiency action plans over agreed timeframes with each client.
  • Assist with individualized case management support to each client through direct services, referrals, and advocacy.
  • Conduct outreach calls to clients to monitor progress, understand challenges and ensure available resources are utilized.
  • Assist with scheduling client appointments.
  • Document all client interactions in internal database and tracking tools in accordance with program requirements.
  • Assist with interpretation for the SOR Caseworker and other members of the Refugee Support Services (RSS) team, as needed.
  • Other related duties as assigned.

We respond to the world’s worst humanitarian crises & help people to survive, recover, and gain control of their future.

Non-profit
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1933
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The International Rescue Committee responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and help people to survive, recover, and gain control of their future. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees and displaced people forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40+ countries and in 29 U.S. cities, the IRC restores safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure.