Fall 2026 Employment Intern - UNPAID

About the role

The Employment Intern will work with the Employment team to assist eligible refugee clients find jobs and prepare them to enter the workforce by providing supporting services, while also completing clerical work such as data entry and case file organization.

Responsibilities

• Research potential employers and community partners as it relates to Employment Program
• Work one-on-one with refugee clients by conducting job readiness counseling and training
• Absorb clients in filling out online and paper applications
• Accompany refugee clients to job interviews and orientations
• Aid Employment Specialists by entering case notes and other data entry into relevant databases
• Aid Employment Specialists by creating and maintaining client case files
• Provide general administrative support for Economic Empowerment team
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Strong interest in working with an international population
• Proficiency with employment related activities
• Proven ability to work with consideration and respect for cross-cultural differences
• Excellent communication and organization skills
• Ability to work independently
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office programs and internet research
• Enthusiasm for helping people to learn and demonstrated professionalism
• Must have a valid driver’s license and access to an insured vehicle

Requirements

• Must pass a background check
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Minimum commitment of 15 hours per week for a minimum of 3 consecutive months

Benefits

In the US, the IRC offers a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits including:

• 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
• 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

Equal Opportunity Employer

The IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.