Employment Program Intern
Quick answer
The International Rescue Committee is hiring an in-office Employment Program Intern in New York to support refugee and immigrant employment services.
- Role
- Employment Program Intern
- Organization
- International Rescue Committee (IRC)
- Location
- New York, NY
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The International Rescue Committee is seeking an Employment Program Intern to support their early employment programs for refugees and immigrants in New York. The intern will assist with client intake, job coaching, resume development, and program administration to help newly arrived individuals achieve their career goals. This role involves tracking client progress, conducting outreach, and facilitating training sessions to ensure effective service delivery.
What you'll do
- Provide one-on-one job coaching and employment counseling.
- Assist clients with resumes, cover letters, and interview preparation.
- Conduct client enrollments, assessments, and progress tracking.
- Maintain and update client and employer databases.
- Support Job Readiness Trainings via remote platforms.
What it takes
- Interest or experience in employment or social services.
- Strong English communication skills.
- Bilingual proficiency in Spanish, French, or Russian preferred.
- Comfortable using MS Office and online platforms.
- Must pass a background check.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
The IRC offers comprehensive US benefits including 10 sick days, 10 holidays, 20-25 paid time off days, medical/dental/vision insurance, 403b retirement savings with matching, disability/life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This internship is based in New York and requires in-office work to support program operations.
Is there compensation for this internship?
The provided job description does not specify compensation for this intern role.
What are the key qualifications for this role?
Candidates should have an interest in social services, strong English communication skills, and proficiency with MS Office, with bilingual skills being a plus.
How do I apply for this position?
The provided job description does not include a specific application deadline, so interested candidates should apply through the IRC careers portal as soon as possible.
How to apply
Apply directly on International Rescue Committee (IRC)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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