Fall 2026 Casework Intern - UNPAID

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping people survive, reclaim control of their future, and strengthen their communities. Founded in 1933, the IRC is one of the world's largest INGOs, operating in over 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities. The IRC in Atlanta, established in 1979, has resettled over 30,000 refugees from over 65 countries into the Greater Atlanta area. As the largest refugee resettlement agency in Georgia, the IRC in Atlanta resettles approximately 1,000 refugees annually.

About the Role

The Resettlement Services Program is the first point of contact for newly arrived refugees and offers support throughout their resettlement journey. Case Managers provide initial services to orient refugees to life in the U.S., including securing housing, addressing medical concerns, registering children in school, applying for Social Security and Georgia ID cards, and linking refugees to internal and mainstream services. They also offer counseling in home-budgeting, crisis intervention, family counseling, and other areas of social adjustment. Job Developers work closely with Case Managers to support all aspects of clients' employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist IRC Case Management team with core Resettlement services
• Contribute to quality assurance (QA) process, scanning, and uploading documents
• Support clients in completing change of address forms (AR-11)
• Provide transportation to/from appointments, Shop of Hope, and grocery shopping
• Conduct wellness checks with clients
• Drop off important documentation to client homes
• Offer general administrative support such as case notes and documentation
• Assist with client walk-in days and screening clients
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Organized with attention to detail
• Able to work independently and under pressure
• An interest in international and refugee issues
• Creativity and initiative to follow through on projects
• Strong desire to help people and enthusiasm for working in a multi-cultural setting
• Computer literacy – preferably with PC systems
• A car/driver’s license is beneficial

Requirements

• Must submit intern hours on volunteer portal
• Must pass a background check
• Commitment of 15 hours per week for a minimum of 3 consecutive months
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• We are unable to provide sponsorship for a US work authorization

Benefits

• 10 sick days
• 10 US holidays
• 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure
• Medical insurance starting at $163 per month
• Dental starting at $6.50 per month
• Vision starting at $5 per month
• FSA for healthcare and commuter costs
• 403b retirement savings plan with immediately vested matching
• Disability & life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Equal Opportunity Employer

The IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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US Benefits

In the US, we offer:

• Medical insurance starting at $163 per month
• Dental starting at $6.50 per month
• Vision starting at $5 per month
• FSA for healthcare and commuter costs
• 403b retirement savings plan with immediately vested matching
• Disability & life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program