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Summer 2024: Resettlement - Refugee Fieldwork 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 focused on Education, International Relations/Development, Social Work, or related field
  • Must be a self-starter, enthusiastic, and possess a positive attitude
  • Excellent organizational skills, strong communication and interpersonal skills, empathetic, and ability to effectively collaborate
  • Ability to use basic functions of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office programs
  • 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)
  • Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle with current insurance and the ability to travel regularly in the area (daytime and nighttime hours)
  • Time Commitment: 4 months, 5-10 hours per week

Responsibilities

  • Drive and accompany clients to appointments, such as the DMV, health check-ups, legal consults, school enrollments, etc.
  • Assist Resettlement Caseworkers with airport pickups for newly arriving refugee families
  • Assist with setting up the apartments of families scheduled to arrive to San Diego, including shopping for a set list of items
  • Take clients to the bank to open accounts or withdraw money
  • Help clients enroll in services, in-person or remotely
  • Accompany clients on bus/metro trips to help them learn routes on the San Diego public transit system
  • Develop guides and learning materials for client use (examples: healthcare navigation, food banks, local community guides, etc.)
  • Organize long-term projects or resources that will benefit the livelihoods of refugee clients
  • Provide ongoing office support for the Resettlement department including preparing case files, writing and emailing on behalf of clients, maintaining supplies, and welcoming guests

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.