Refugee Economic Security Intern - Unpaid
Support refugee clients in achieving economic self-sufficiency
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Overview
Support refugee clients in achieving economic self-sufficiency
You have:
- Able to come into the Dallas office at least 15 hours a week between 8:30 am-4:30 pm M-F.
- Willing to use personal vehicle to drive clients to job interviews if needed.
- Check with your school's Internship Coordinator to determine if this position satisfies the criteria for receiving academic credit.
Job Description
Economic Empowerment Program: IRC's resettlement model focuses on the self-sufficiency of our refugee clients. Our Employment Services program guides clients on their path to economic self-sufficiency through job application support, job search assistance, resume building, job readiness training, and career coaching.
Interns Responsibilities: The intern's primary point of contact will be the Employment Program Coordinator and other caseworkers. Interns can expect to support refugee clients’ self-sufficiency and employment goals through resume building, providing job readiness training classes, leading public transportation orientations, and assisting with job applications on behalf of clients. Interns will also be responsible for accurately and promptly submitting case notes and file documentation detailing services they’ve provided. Interns will have the opportunity to support clients directly in overcoming barriers to economic self-sufficiency. Interns will gain greater insight into the resettlement process for refugees in the Dallas area. IRC places a strong focus on hiring from our intern pool- if you are eager to break into social work, international relations or political science, or are looking for nonprofit experience, this internship is for you.
Qualifications
This is an unpaid position
Requirements Must be able to come into the Dallas office at least 15 hours a week between 8:30 am-4:30 pm M-F. Must be willing to use personal vehicle to drive clients to job interviews if needed- interns do qualify for paid mileage reimbursement. Check with your school's Internship Coordinator BEFORE accepting the hiring offer to determine if this position satisfies the criteria for receiving academic credit.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you helped someone overcome a significant challenge? | This question assesses your problem-solving abilities and empathy towards others. | Provide a specific example that highlights your role in supporting someone and the steps you took. |
| What motivates you to work in the field of refugee resettlement? | The interviewer wants to understand your passion and commitment to this area of work. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you approach teaching job readiness skills to clients who may be new to the workforce? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you share an experience where you had to manage multiple tasks or responsibilities simultaneously? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe how you would handle a situation where a client is not following through with their job applications. What steps would you take? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
Added 1 year ago
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Updated 1 year ago
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Source:
rescue.org
