Fall 2024 Housing Intern

IRC - The International Rescue Committee

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RESPONSIBILITIES: The Housing Intern will assist the Logistics Supervisor with the following tasks:

- Assist with essential logistics tasks related to refugee/parolee arrivals. This includes procuring or coordinating food, housing supplies, phones, internet service, transporting clients, communicating with external partners, and more. - Work with volunteers to move furniture and supplies into a unit, set up the unit, transport clients, or oversee lease signings, etc. - Help build and manage internal systems, write case notes, work on case file management, file receipts, credit card transactions, fill out applications, etc. - Other duties as assigned

Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS:

- Excellent communication and writing skills - Second language ability preferred - Organized with attention to detail - Able to work independently and under pressure - An interest in international issues - Strong desire to help people and enthusiasm for working in a multi-cultural setting. - Computer literacy – preferably with PC systems - Valid driver’s license, reliable access to an insured vehicle.

REQUIREMENTS:

- Must pass a background check - Must be at least 18 years old - Minimum commitment of 15 hours per week for a minimum of 3 consecutive months. - Submit intern hours on volunteer dashboard

This will be an in-person role. This position will report to the Logistics Supervisor.

Added 1 month ago - Updated 2 days ago - Source: rescue.org