International Rescue Committee · 3 months ago
Adult Education Content Creation Intern (unpaid)
Elizabeth, NJ
Internship
Onsite
InternThe International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a major humanitarian organization dedicated to helping those affected by conflict and disaster. The Adult Education Content Creation Intern will support the adult education program by creating educational resources for refugee populations and assisting in updating curriculum materials.
CharityCommunitiesHumanitarianNon ProfitSocial
Responsibilities
Assist the pre-literacy instructor in updating the IRC NJ In-House Pre-literacy Curriculum
Use Canva, Microsoft PowerPoint and G-Suite to create resources for preliteracy level English learners, for example resource sheets with common English vocabulary and worksheets for pre-literacy English writing and listening practice
Contacting clients to conduct course feedback surveys
Qualification
Required
Volunteers must be based in the U.S
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
Must convey confidence, have effective communication skills, and exhibit excellent attention to detail
Strong desire to help refugees rebuild their lives in New Jersey
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment
Patience, understanding, flexibility, and an unceasingly positive attitude
Willing to learn about IRC history, philosophy, global work, and local efforts
Willing to adhere to IRC volunteer and workplace policies
Preferred
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) certificate or degree is strongly preferred
Undergraduate studies in education, humanities, social sciences, international relations, or a related field
Desired languages but not required: Spanish, Haitian Creole, Arabic, Dari/Farsi, Pashto, or Kiswahili
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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