Financial Capabilities Intern (unpaid)

Support financial education program and provide coaching to clients.

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Overview

Support financial education program and provide coaching to clients.

You have:

  • Experience in providing coaching or counseling services, preferably in personal financial management.
  • Experience working with immigrants or refugees in a social service setting.
  • Experience providing instruction to adults a plus.
  • Good written and verbal English language skills.
  • Ability to fluently speak at least one of the following languages (Farsi/Dari, Arabic, Spanish, French, Burmese, Mandarin, Russian, Urdu) preferred.
  • Must be willing to work varied hours.
  • Basic computer skills (Microsoft Access and Word, E-mail).
  • Ability to pass a background check.
  • Adhere to professional standards of confidentiality and boundary-setting.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience in financial coaching and how it has prepared you for this role? This question assesses your relevant experience and suitability for the intern position. Highlight specific experiences related to financial coaching, especially any roles involving one-on-one counseling.
How would you approach conducting a financial management intake with a new client? The interviewer wants to know your method for assessing client needs and starting off effectively. Pro members can see the explanation.
What techniques do you use to ensure effective communication with clients, especially those from diverse backgrounds? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a time when you had to deal with confidential information. How did you ensure it remained confidential? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies would you use to engage clients during financial literacy workshops? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How would you balance volunteer commitments with your other responsibilities? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of how you’ve adapted your communication style to suit different audiences? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What motivates you to work in financial empowerment for immigrant populations? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 10 months ago - Updated 8 months ago - Source: rescue.org