Fall Immigrant Youth Intern - UNPAID

Internship Opportunity With The International Rescue Committee

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities.

A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions.

The Immigrant Youth Casework Intern will support our Miami-Dade-based Immigrant Youth team in delivering essential services to immigrant children and their families. Key responsibilities include identifying and connecting clients with community resources to enhance self-sufficiency, as well as participating in community awareness and outreach initiatives. The position may require travel within the Miami-Dade region. The hours for this position are flexible;

however, will primarily be between 9AM and 5PM on weekdays, with occasional weekend activities. Please note that all internship positions are unpaid and we are currently considering candidates in South Florida only.

• The intern will gain knowledge of solution-oriented, strengths-based care coordination for immigrant families.
• The intern will develop skills in trauma-informed, client-centered care.
• The intern will develop skills in mapping community assets and resources.
• The intern will develop skills in client empowerment and advocacy.

• Assist caseworkers serving children and their families by helping them with school enrollment, public benefits applications, making referrals, and client advocacy.
• Assist with research on local community resources.
• Assist with outreach to local organizations to help establish partnerships within the community.
• Assist with managing client case notes and files.
• Communicate case statuses and coordinate service plans with the supervisor.

Excellent communication and writing skills

Organized with attention to detail

Able to work independently and under pressure

An interest in international issues

Strong desire and enthusiasm to help people

Computer literacy – preferably with PC systems

Access to internet

Valid driver's license and reliable access to an insured vehicle.

• 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 a hybrid or remote role.