Fall 2026: Career Programs 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.
SCOPE OF INTERN WORK: Career Programs intern will assist the Career Development Specialist and Career Development Coordinator in providing career development services to immigration impacted youth and young adult clients who are interested in earning industry recognized certifications in fields such as Allied Healthcare, I.T., and more. In addition, Career Program intern will help Career Program staff in delivering workforce preparation activities and classes at the IRC, so that students improve their work readiness skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support Career Development staff with a variety of projects such as outreach, administrative tasks, including data entry, filing, and database quality assurance.
Work individually with clients with resume review, job searching, networking opportunities, and interview preparation.
Support Career Program staff with post-class follow-ups.
Provide one-on-one technical assistance sessions to participants with limited English proficiency.
Develop guides and resources in multiple professional fields and prepare curriculums.
Assist training staff with other tasks assigned.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
- Intern will increase their knowledge of refugee population in San Diego and challenges they face specifically in workforce.
- Intern will learn how to render direct service to clients regarding employment.
- Intern will receive training and familiarity in data entry and data analysis.
REQUIREMENTS:
Must be enrolled in an undergraduate program focused on Education, International Relations/Development, Social Work, or related field.
Possess excellent organization skills, strong communication and interpersonal skills, along with empathy and effective collaboration.
Ability to use basic functions of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office programs.
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