Job Information
International Rescue Committee Summer 2024 Employment Casework Intern in Atlanta, Georgia
Requisition ID: req49425
Job Title: Summer 2024 Employment Casework Intern
Sector: Employment
Employment Category: Intern
Employment Type: Part-Time
Compensation: USD 0.00 - 0.00 Hourly
Location: Atlanta, GA USA
Work Arrangement:In-person
Job Description
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 27,000 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 CASEWORK INTERN WORK:The Employment Casework 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.This is an unpaid internship position that requires a minimum of 15 hours a week for 2 consecutive months.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Research potential employers and community partners as it relates to Employment Services
Work one-on-one with clients by conducting job readiness counseling and training
Assist clients in filling out online and paper applications
Accompany clients to job interviews and orientations
Assist Employment Specialists by entering case notes and other data entry into relevant databases
Assist Employment Specialists 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
REQUIREMENTS:
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
This will be anin-personrole.
This position will report to the Employment Services Supervisor.