Fall 2024 Housing Intern

BACKGROUND: The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. At work in over 40 countries and 28 U.S. cities to restore safety, dignity and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm to home. The IRC in Tallahassee office was established in 2015 and has resettled over 1,500 refugees from 50 countries into Tallahassee, Florida. 

SCOPE OF HOUSING INTERN WORK: The Housing Intern will assist the Logistics Supervisor in coordinating and preparing homes for refugees. Duties include logistics assistance, move-in assistance, and managing internal organizational systems. Travel within Tallahassee may be required depending on project needs. This position requires a minimum of 15 hours a week for 3 consecutive months. Please note that all internship positions are unpaid. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: The Housing Intern will assist the Logistics Supervisor with the following tasks:

• Assist with essential logistics tasks related to refugee/parolee arrivals. This includes procuring or coordinating food, housing supplies, phones, internet service, transporting clients, communicating with external partners, and more. 
• Work with volunteers to move furniture and supplies into a unit, set up the unit, transport clients, or oversee lease signings, etc.
• Help build and manage internal systems, write case notes, work on case file management, file receipts, credit card transactions, fill out applications, etc. 
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Second language ability preferred
• Organized with attention to detail
• Able to work independently and under pressure
• An interest in international issues
• Strong desire to help people and enthusiasm for working in a multi-cultural setting.
• Computer literacy – preferably with PC systems
• Valid driver’s license, reliable access to an insured vehicle.

REQUIREMENTS:  

• Must pass a background check
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Minimum commitment of 15 hours per week for a minimum of 3 consecutive months.
• Submit intern hours on volunteer dashboard

This will be an in-person role. 
This position will report to the Logistics Supervisor.