Employment Intern

Requisition ID: req43011
Job Title: Employment Intern
Sector: Employment
Employment Category: Intern
Employment Type: Part-Time
Open to Expatriates: Not Applicable

Location: Tallahassee, FL USA

Job Description

Background:

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian
crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933, the IRC offers
lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war
or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 25 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity
and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure.

Internship Overview:

The Employment Intern works with the IRC in Tallahassee’s Employment team to assist
eligible refugee clients find jobs and prepare them to enter the workforce by providing
supporting services, while also completing clerical work such as data entry and case file
organization.

Responsibilities:

• Research potential employers and community partners as it relates to Early Employment
• Work one-on-one with refugee clients by conducting job readiness counseling and training
• Assist clients in filling out online and paper applications
• Accompany refugee clients to job interviews and orientations
• Assist Employment Specialists by entering case notes and other data entry into relevant
databases
• Assist Employment Specialists by creating and maintaining client case files.
• Provide general administrative support for Economic Empowerment team
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in working with an international population
• Proficiency with employment related activities
• Proven ability to work with consideration and respect for cross-cultural differences
• Excellent communication and organization skills
• Ability to work independently
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office programs and internet research
• Enthusiasm for helping people to learn and demonstrated professionalism
• Interns must be able to work at least 15 hours a week for a semester
• Must have a valid driver’s license and access to an insured vehicle
– Must successfully pass a background check ($51.00 fee)