Job Information
International Rescue Committee Dallas Refugee Employment Security Intern in Dallas, Texas
Requisition ID: req52969
Job Title: Dallas Refugee Employment Security Intern
Sector: Economic Recovery & Livelihood
Employment Category: Intern
Employment Type: Part-Time
Compensation: USD 0.00 - 0.00 Hourly
Location: Dallas, TX USA
Work Arrangement:
Job Description
Economic Empowerment Program:
IRC's resettlement model focuses on the self-sufficiency of our refugee clients. Economic Empowerment supports clients through job application support, job search assistance, higher educational opportunities, financial coaching, and cash assistance programs.
Interns Responsibilities:
The intern's primary point of contact will be the Employment Program Coordinator and other caseworkers.
Interns can expect to support refugee clients’ self-sufficiency and employment goals through resume building, providing job readiness training classes, leading DART orientations, and assisting with job applications on behalf of clients. Interns will also be responsible for accurately and promptly submitting case notes detailing services they’ve provided.
Interns will have the opportunity to support clients directly in overcoming barriers to economic self-sufficiency. Interns will gain greater insight into the resettlement process for refugees in the Dallas area. IRC places a strong focus on hiring from our intern pool- if you are eager to break into international relations or political science, or are looking for nonprofit experience, this internship is for you.
This is an unpaid position
Qualifications
Requirements
Must be able to come into the Dallas office at least 15 hours a week between 8:30 am-4:30 pm M-F. Must be willing to use personal vehicle to drive clients to job interviews if needed- interns do qualify for paid mileage reimbursement.
Check with your school's Internship Coordinator BEFORE accepting the hiring offer to determine if this position satisfies the criteria for receiving academic credit.