Summer Employment and Economic Empowerment Intern

Support refugee clients to secure jobs and integrate into the American workplace.

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Support refugee clients to secure jobs and integrate into the American workplace.

You have:

Knowledge of employer expectations, job retention, and job search techniques
Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding client information
Strong verbal and written skills in English
Punctual and reliable
Strong intercultural communication skills; demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from other cultural backgrounds
Driver’s license, personal vehicle, auto insurance, a clean driving record, and willingness to drive clients in personal vehicle
Technology requirements for using personal devices
Commitment to minimum 15 hrs/wk for 3 months in summer or 15 hrs/wk for 14 weeks in fall/spring
Fully vaccinated against COVID-19

Can you describe a time when you assisted someone from another culture?	The interviewer is assessing your intercultural communication skills and experience working with diverse populations.	Provide a specific example demonstrating your understanding and respect for different cultural backgrounds.
How do you maintain confidentiality in your work?	This question evaluates your understanding of the importance of confidentiality, especially in sensitive environments.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use for effective job interview coaching?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe your experience with resume preparation. What key elements do you focus on?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How would you manage your time if you had multiple clients with urgent needs?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What do you know about the job market for refugees in the U.S.?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Why is punctuality important in this role?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure that your technology tools are compliant with security protocols?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.