International Rescue Committee · 1 month ago
Economic Empowerment Intern (Spring 2026- Unpaid)
Charlottesville, VA
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
Start in 2026 SpringThe International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. The Economic Empowerment Intern will assist IRC employment staff in identifying job opportunities for refugee clients, providing support in job applications, resume writing, and interview preparation, while also offering administrative support.
CharityCommunitiesHumanitarianNon ProfitSocial
Responsibilities
Conduct employment assessments, create resumes, complete, and cover letters, apply for jobs, prepare clients for interviews, fill out new hire paperwork, accompany clients to interviews, orientations, and first day of work
Provide post-employment placement follow up support and address and challenges or concerns expressed by client or employer
Provide support to clients in addressing barriers to self-sufficiency; barriers include: limited English proficiency, lack of work experience, lack of childcare, lack of transportation, etc
Develop employer partnerships through research and targeted outreach
Consolidate and organize client service delivery data into appropriate spreadsheets and databases; track and casenote employment placements and progress, services, and other data in IRC’s database
Model appropriate workplace dress and manner
Transport to and assist with employment related activities
Research potential job openings and complete employment applications
Document activities in case files and provide other administrative support as appropriate
Attend Volunteer/Intern Orientation
Record hours and submit completed timesheet for each month via the IRC’s online Volunteer Dashboard
Qualification
Required
Good written and verbal communications skills
Strong interpersonal skills and able to engage clients in a counseling/coaching role
Reliable, responsible, punctual and professional
Flexible and able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Comfortable working in a global setting
A car is required for this internship
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
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$1.25MKey Investors
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Leadership Team
David Miliband
President & CEO
Katherine Crowley
Associate Director, Global Corporate Partnerships
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