Anti-Trafficking Program Internship (Summer 2025) - UNPAID
Participate in the Anti-Trafficking Program internship for Summer 2025
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Overview
Participate in the Anti-Trafficking Program internship for Summer 2025
SCOPE OF WORK: IRC Richmond's Anti-Trafficking program provides outreach and comprehensive case management services to adult and minor survivors of human trafficking. This program is a key contributor in local consortia that raise awareness and coordinate services for survivors of trafficking in the Greater Richmond region. IRC serves clients through a holistic and broad spectrum of support, including but not limited to connecting clients with legal service providers and housing resources, helping clients access public benefits, health providers, and psychosocial services, and offering regular checks-ins to discuss safety and service plans. Through communication and collaboration with partners, program staff glean best practices, maintain a database of appropriate referrals, and have access to a network of professionals with the capacity and knowledge to support their work.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- The Anti-Trafficking Intern supports staff in all program aspects including:
- client services
- partnership engagement
- community assessment regarding the needs of Survivors in the Richmond region.
- There will also be a current focus on implementing a series of public awareness and focus group discussions with survivors and community stakeholders that the intern will likely be able to participate in and/or lead.
Qualifications - Be aware and respectful of clients’ varied global backgrounds and experiences
- Respect their beliefs and values, which may differ from yours.
- Strong interpersonal skills and interest in working with the refugee community
- Ownership of a car, a valid driver’s license, and car insurance
- Willingness to transport clients in your personal vehicle (optional)
- Willingness to be flexible and accommodating to client needs
- Spanish speaking preferred
This position is unpaid and reports to the Anti-trafficking Caseworker.
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.
The IRC is committed to fostering an accessible workplace. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities to apply for positions that align with their qualifications and interests. If you are selected for an interview, please inform your recruiter if you require any accommodations during the recruitment process. Examples of accommodations may include extended time for interviews or assessments, flexible scheduling to accommodate medical appointments, or assistance with communication needs. The IRC has offices in many locations, each with varying capacities to provide specific accommodations. While we are committed to doing our best to meet your needs, please note that certain accommodations may depend on the resources and facilities available at each location. Please know we will carefully consider all requests and make every effort to ensure a supportive and accessible recruitment process.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time you had to work in a team setting? | This question assesses your teamwork skills and ability to collaborate with others. | Provide a specific example highlighting your role and contributions to the team's success. |
| How do you handle stressful situations or tight deadlines? | The interviewer wants to see how you manage pressure and time constraints. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What interests you about working in anti-trafficking? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of how you have advocated for a cause? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What are your career aspirations and how does this internship fit into them? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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