International Rescue Committee · 2 months ago
Walk-in Services Intern (Spring 2026)
Silver Spring, MD
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 WinterThe International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a leading humanitarian organization that addresses the world's worst crises. The Walk-in Services Intern will assist clients in accessing programming and benefits, conducting screenings, and providing support to the Walk-In Services team.
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Responsibilities
Conduct in-person screenings to assess clients for their eligibility for referral to internal IRC programming, including casework, employment, and immigration services & for external public benefits and resources
Complete program enrollment forms with clients to inform them of their rights and responsibilities & ensure all required client documentation is scanned and electronically on file
Assist clients with applying for eligible public benefits, including cash assistance and medical insurance
Conduct follow-up calls with new potential clients inquiring about IRC services, including providing them with walk-in day information, rescheduling, and responding to general inquiries
Assist the team with scheduling contract interpreters for appointments
Regularly track service provision through electronic data entry and organize required client documentation
Other duties as assigned by the Walk-In Services team
Qualification
Required
Current undergraduate, graduate student or less than 12 months out of school
Minimum 24 hours per week, three-month commitment and three full working days per week
Proficient digital literacy skills (e.g., MS Excel, Outlook, and Word) and the ability to learn new software and tasks
Organized and attentive to detail
Ability to work independently and multi-task
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Interest in working with humanitarian immigrants
Knowledge of or interest in learning about public benefits and other community resources
Fluency in French, Spanish, Amharic or other languages spoken by the client base is a plus
Preferred
32 – 37.5 hours per week preferred
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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Funding
Current Stage
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$1.25MKey Investors
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David Miliband
President & CEO
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Associate Director, Global Corporate Partnerships
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