Youth and Education Intern
Support the youth and education team to help refugee students enroll in school
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Overview
Support the youth and education team to help refugee students enroll in school
You have:
- Outgoing & independent; able to accomplish tasks efficiently and in a timely manner
- Valid driver’s license and current auto insurance
- Successful completion of IRC background check
- Commitment to full internship term
- Available for some early mornings appointments (7:00am) to support first day of school logistics
- Ability to work 15-20 hours per week for 3 months
Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee is a leading, non-sectarian, non-profit organization providing emergency relief, protection, rehabilitation assistance, resettlement services, and advocacy for refugees and victims of oppression or violent conflict. Domestically, our 28 offices across the U.S. ensure new arrivals have food, shelter, and clothing, and work with refugees to help them gain self-sufficiency.
SCOPE OF WORK:
The Youth and Education Intern will support the Youth and Education Specialist and the rest of the Education team in enrolling new refugee students in school by providing training to families and completing school enrollment paperwork. The intern will also provide logistical support to help students learn how to get to school such as walking and bus orientations on the first day of school. The intern will support other youth program services as needed.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Make phone calls to newly arrived families for education appointments
• Gather clients’ documents and complete school enrollment applications for refugee students
• Teach students how to walk or take the bus to school and coordinate logistics with Education team
• Build positive relationships with refugee youth and create fun and supportive environment
• Organize and put together school backpacks with school supplies for new students
• Assist with client transportation needs to appointments
• Other related duties as assigned including monthly office support & reception coverage
Qualifications REQUIREMENTS:
• Outgoing & independent; able to accomplish tasks efficiently and in a timely manner
• Valid driver’s license and current auto insurance
• Successful completion of IRC background check
• Commitment to full internship term
• Available for some early mornings appointments (7:00am) to support first day of school logistics
• Ability to work 15-20 hours per week for 3 months
o First Cohort: August 19th – December 6th
o Second Cohort: September 9th – December 20th
This is an UNPAID opportunity, mileage reimbursement is available for personal vehicles
IRC leading the way from harm to home.
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 or disability.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you had to manage multiple tasks at once? | The interviewer wants to assess your organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks effectively. | Provide a specific example where you successfully handled several responsibilities at the same time and how you ensured all tasks were completed. |
| How would you approach building a positive relationship with a new refugee student? | This question aims to evaluate your interpersonal skills and your understanding of diverse backgrounds. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What would you do if a family was hesitant to enroll their child in school? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a situation where you had to work in a team. What was your role? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What motivates you to assist refugees and support their education needs? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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Updated 1 year ago
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Source:
rescue.org
