International Rescue Committee · 4 months ago
Asylum Seeker Programming Intern (unpaid)
New York, NY
Internship
Onsite
InternThe International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to humanitarian crises and is seeking interns to support a case management program for asylum seekers in New York City. Interns will assist program staff in providing services to recent arrivals, including access to healthcare and legal services, while gaining hands-on experience in immigration advocacy.
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Responsibilities
Assist in the coordination and facilitation of group orientations for potential IRC asylum seeker program clients
Collaborate with staff to develop program materials and resources
Support client enrollment into programs for which they qualify
Refer ineligible clients to community resources such as local departments of social services, shelters, food banks, crisis centers, and others as applicable
Conduct research on referral opportunities and available resources in New York City to enhance our support service network
Provide support to caseworkers with connecting clients to external services
Help maintain and organize referral records and databases, incorporating client feedback
Document client interactions in accordance with established requirements
Maintain client files across multiple platforms (Box, ETO, Sharepoint, etc)
Administer Client Satisfaction Surveys to individuals who have exited Asylum Seeker Programs
Support with creating internal and external facing tools and resources
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Interns must be based in US
must be a US citizen or have US work authorization
must be enrolled in post-secondary institution or have graduated from a post-secondary institution within last 2 years
Interns should be enrolled into a university program (Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, etc)
Strong interest in immigration issues, social justice, and advocacy work
Excellent research and communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse, multi-lingual team environment
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and online research tools
Comfortable working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
Ability to engage in emotional conversations on sensitive topics such as labor trafficking, domestic violence, and family separation
Languages: Must be proficient in written and spoken English
Preferred
Individuals with at least 2 years of direct services would will be considered regardless of educational background
Previous experience in social services, community work, immigration, or related fields is a plus, but not required
Spanish strongly preferred, will also consider French, Pashto, Dari, Russian, Wolof, Pulaar, Farsi
Benefits
10 sick days
10 US holidays
20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure
Medical insurance starting at $143 per month
Dental starting at $6.50 per month
Vision starting at $5 per month
FSA for healthcare and commuter costs
A 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching
Disability & life insurance
An Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.
Company
International Rescue Committee
IRC responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises & helps some of the most vulnerable people from harm to home.
Founded in 1933
10001+ employees
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