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Summer 2024: Resettlement Housing and Logistics Intern (Unpaid)

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International Rescue Committee

Mar 28

Applications are closed

  • Internship
    Part-time
    Summer Internship
  • Government & Politics
  • San Diego

Requirements

  • Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or Master’s program; interests in Human Rights, International Relations, etc. preferred
  • Must be a self-starter, enthusiastic, and possess a positive attitude
  • Excellent organization skills, strong communication and interpersonal skills, empathetic, and ability to effectively collaborate
  • Ability to lift 30+ pounds
  • Willingness to drive a moving van
  • English fluency required
  • 1+ years related work or volunteer experience with a non-profit strongly preferred
  • A strong interest in working with a diverse, low-income population is required
  • Proactive, motivated and flexible; able to remain calm and adapt within a fast-paced work environment
  • Language skills a plus (Farsi/Dari, Kiswahili, Arabic, or Russian strongly preferred)
  • Time Commitment: 4 months, 5-10 hours per week

Responsibilities

  • Assist the Resettlement Housing team and IRC clients by assisting with housing needs, such as:
  • Client moves:
  • Driving company van to pick up donations.
  • Transporting supplies and donations / supplies
  • Setting up client apartments for move-ins
  • Administrative work / paperwork:
  • Applying for apartments / housing
  • Following up with landlords and clients for signatures and lease signings
  • Handling IRC specific paperwork, including supply lists and safety forms
  • San Diego Housing procurement
  • Finding housing options and landlord partnerships.
  • Help prepare and process housing paperwork for Housing and new clients.
  • Develop guides and learning materials for client use (examples: rental assistance, resource mapping, local community guides, etc.)

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.