Fall 2025 Employment Program Intern - UNPAID
Tallahassee
- Organization: IRC - International Rescue Committee
- Location: Tallahassee
- Grade: Internship - Internship
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Occupational Groups:
- Labour Market Policy
- Project and Programme Management
- Closing Date: 2025-08-08
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 EMPLOYMENT INTERN WORK:The EmploymentIntern will work with the Employment team toassist 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. 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.Please note that all internship positions are unpaid. Accepting Tallahassee-based candidates only.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The Employment Program Intern will assistthe Employment Program Supervisor with the following tasks:
Research potential employers and community partners as it relates to EmploymentProgram
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 relevantdatabases
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
Must have a valid driver’s license and 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.
The internship will be filled on a rolling basis. We will continue to accept applications until August 8th, 2025, or until the position is filled, whichever occurs first. Internship will begin the week of September 8th, 2025.
This position will report to the Employment Program Supervisor.
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.