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Summer 2024 Economic Empowerment - Benefits Intern

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International Rescue Committee

Apr 25

  • Internship
    Part-time
    Summer Internship
  • People, HR & Administration
  • Louisville

AI generated summary

  • You must be a U.S. citizen or have valid work authorization, able to work during IRC business hours, handle sensitive information, work with diverse populations, and follow IRC policies. Strong intercultural communication skills and ability to work independently are key.
  • You will support refugees in accessing public benefits, transport them as needed, maintain case files, and track service provision to empower them economically.

Requirements

  • Must be a current undergraduate student, graduate student, or less than 12 months past graduation.
  • Candidates must be a U.S. citizen or must have active and compliant visas and work authorization status in the United States (the IRC must not be represented as a sponsor or host in any application, filing, or other context for an intern).
  • Primary availability during IRC business hours (M-F; 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM).
  • Preference given to applicants able to make multi-term commitment.
  • Ability to handle sensitive client information confidentially.
  • Strong intercultural communication skills, including demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and across language barriers.
  • Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
  • Previous experience working with vulnerable populations preferred, but not required.
  • Education and/or experience working in social work/social services preferred, but not required.
  • Comfortable with Microsoft Excel and willingness to learn to use new software for data entry.
  • Adherence to IRC volunteer/intern and workplace policies

Responsibilities

  • Provide equal treatment to all client groups in accordance with the agency's commitment to the dignity of all persons.
  • Orient clients to Refugee Cash Assistance and KTAP Differential programs.
  • Assist Caseworkers in gathering necessary documentation for submitting public benefits applications.
  • Transport clients to the Department of Community Based Services (DCBS) office as needed.
  • Regularly follow up with DCBS to check the status of public benefits applications.
  • Maintain accurate and up to date case files and case notes.
  • Regularly track service provision and cash distributions through electronic data entry.
  • Other duties as assigned.

International Rescue Committee

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.