Early Employment Intern (Summer 2024)

Assist clients in job preparation and applications

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Overview

Assist clients in job preparation and applications

You have:

  • Strong interest in working with international clients
  • Proficiency with resume writing and other 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
  • Interns must be able to commit to at least 15 hours a week for at least three months
  • Valid driver’s license and access to an insured vehicle preferred

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Research potential employer partnerships and job possibilities for clients

· Prepare clients for job interviews

· Create resumes by working one-on-one with clients

· Assist clients in filling out online and paper applications

· Accompany refugee clients for job interviews and employment orientations

· Provide bus orientation for clients

· Provide general administrative support

Qualifications REQUIREMENTS:

· Strong interest in working with international clients

· Proficiency with resume writing and other 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

· Interns must be able to commit to at least 15 hours a week for at least three months

· Valid driver’s license and access to an insured vehicle preferred

Potential interview questions

Describe a time you helped someone prepare for a job interview. This question assesses your experience and ability to guide clients effectively. Share a specific example, highlighting your approach and the outcome.
How do you handle working with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds? The interviewer wants to see your understanding of cross-cultural communication. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you employ when writing resumes for clients? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Give an example of how you manage your time effectively while working independently. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Why do you want to work in this position, and what motivates you to assist clients? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 2 years ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: rescue.org