Housing Intern
Assist in housing and logistics support for refugees in New Jersey.
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Overview
Assist in housing and logistics support for refugees in New Jersey.
You have:
- Undergraduate level studies in social sciences, international relations, or a related field.
- Languages desired but not required: Spanish, Dari, French.
- Strong desire to help refugees rebuild their lives in New Jersey.
- Willingness to travel extensively through NJ boroughs via public transport (often accompanying clients).
- Ability to lift to 50 pounds and experience assembling furniture desired, not required.
- Competency in data tracking and file management.
- Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
- Patience, understanding, flexibility, and an unceasingly positive attitude are essential.
- Willing to learn about IRC history, philosophy, global work, and local efforts.
- Willing to adhere to IRC volunteer and workplace policies.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks at once, and with high attention to detail.
Qualifications REQUIREMENTS: . Undergraduate level studies in social sciences, international relations, or a related field. Languages desired but not required: Spanish, Dari, French . Strong desire to help refugees rebuild their lives in New Jersey . Willingness to travel extensively through NJ boroughs via public transport (often accompanying clients). . Ability to lift to 50 pounds and experience assembling furniture desired, not required. . Competency in data tracking and file management. . Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment. . Patience, understanding, flexibility, and an unceasingly positive attitude are essential. . Willing to learn about IRC history, philosophy, global work, and local efforts. . Willing to adhere to IRC volunteer and workplace policies. . Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks at once, and with high attention to detail
This position reports to the Housing & Logistics Specialist
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you helped someone navigate a difficult situation? | This question investigates your empathy and support skills. | Discuss a specific instance where you contributed positively to someone in need. |
| How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple responsibilities? | This gauges your organizational skills and ability to handle stress. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What motivates you to work with refugees? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you handle a challenging interaction with a client? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What steps would you take to ensure effective communication in a multicultural environment? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
Added 3 years ago
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Updated 1 year ago
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Source:
rescue.org
