Immigration Intern - Unpaid

Intern to support immigration services and handle client communications.

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United States of America, Boise (United States of America)

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Overview

Intern to support immigration services and handle client communications.

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Undergraduate students, graduate students, or recent college graduates are eligible for this internship.
Strong intercultural communication skills; demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from various backgrounds and across language barriers.
Must be willing to learn & grow familiar with new software programs.
Ability to handle sensitive client information confidentially.
Strong organizational skills, time management skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
Comfortable working in high-stress environments; must be adaptable, flexible, and patient.
Familiarity with Windows operating system and confidence in basic computer skills (word processing, email, data entry); willingness to learn new software.
Ability to communicate fluently in English; additional fluency in one of the following languages desirable, but not required: Arabic, Burmese, Dari, Farsi, French, Kinyarwanda, Kiswahili, Pashto, Somali, Spanish, Ukrainian, or Urdu.
Willingness to adhere to IRC volunteer and workplace policies.

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Qualifications This internship is for undergraduate students, graduate students, or recent college graduates Strong intercultural communication skills; demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from various backgrounds and across language barriers Must be willing to learn & grow familiar with new software programs Ability to handle sensitive client information confidentially Strong organizational skills, time management skills and attention to detail Ability to work independently and as a part of a team Comfortable working in high-stress environments; must be adaptable, flexible, and patient Familiarity with Windows operating system and confidence in basic computer skills (word processing, email, data entry); willingness to learn new software Ability to communicate fluently in English; additional fluency in one of the following languages desirable, but not required: Arabic, Burmese, Dari, Farsi, French, Kinyarwanda, Kiswahili, Pashto, Somali, Spanish, Ukrainian, or Urdu Willingness to adhere to IRC volunteer and workplace policies

Equal Opportunity Employer: 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.

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Potential interview questions

Describe a time when you had to work with someone from a different background than your own.	The interviewer wants to assess your intercultural communication skills.	Share a specific example that highlights how you adapted your communication style.
How do you prioritize your tasks when faced with multiple deadlines?	This question evaluates your time management and organizational skills.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you provide an example of a situation where you had to maintain confidentiality?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Tell me about a stressful situation you recently faced and how you handled it.	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Are you comfortable learning new software tools quickly? Can you provide an example?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.