Fall 2026 Employment Services Intern - UNPAID
International Rescue CommitteeAbout the role
The 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. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.
BACKGROUND: The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. At work in over 40 countries and 24 U.S. cities to restore safety, dignity and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm to home. The IRC in Atlanta office was established in 1979 and has resettled over 30,000 refugees from 67 countries into the Greater Atlanta area. As the largest refugee resettlement agency in Georgia, the IRC in Atlanta resettles an average of 1,000 refugees into Georgia annually and provides additional services and assistance to another 2,500 refugees and asylees.
SCOPE OF EMPLOYMENT SERVICES INTERN WORK: The Employment Services Intern works with the IRC in Atlanta’s Employment Services 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. Employment is an essential element in helping refugees become economically self-sufficient. Please note that all internship positions are unpaid.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Research potential employers and community partners as it relates to Employment Services
Assist with scheduling client meetings and follow-ups.
Help prepare for client meetings by reviewing notes and preparing necessary documents.
Work one-on-one with clients by conducting job readiness counseling and training
Assist clients in filling out online and paper applications
Help clients access living essentials such as housing, food, and medical care by researching local resources.
Assist in coordinating transportation for clients to appointments.
Accompany clients to job interviews and orientations
Assist Employment Specialists and Employment Services Caseworkers by entering case notes and other data entry into relevant databases
Assist Employment Specialists and Employment Services Caseworkers by creating and maintaining client case files
Attend New Arrival Orientation and conduct client intake
Submit intern hours on volunteer dashboard
Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Strong interest in working with an international population
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