Summer 2025 Anti-Trafficking Casework Intern
Tallahassee
- Organization: IRC - International Rescue Committee
- Location: Tallahassee
- Grade: Internship - Internship
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Occupational Groups:
- Criminology, Extremism, Police Affairs and Anti-Corruption
- Drugs, Anti-Money Laundering, Terrorism and Human Trafficking
- Closing Date: 2025-04-18
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 ANTI-TRAFFICKING CASEWORK INTERN WORK:The Anti-Trafficking Casework Intern will assist the Anti-Trafficking team in providing services to survivors of all forms of human trafficking. The Anti-Trafficking Casework Intern will identify and provide community resources to clients that improve self-sufficiency. The Anti-Trafficking Casework Intern will also assist with community awareness and outreach efforts. Travel within the Tallahassee region may be required. 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. Accepting Tallahassee-based candidates only.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
The intern will gain knowledge of solution-oriented, strengths-based care coordination for survivors of human trafficking.
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.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The Anti-Trafficking Casework Intern will assist the Anti-Trafficking Casework Coordinator with the following tasks:
Assist program coordinator with client intake services, including but not limited to, needs assessments, safety planning and service planning
Provide direct services to clients and, if applicable, their families, including but not limited to, enrolling individuals in public benefits and making referrals to community partners
Assist with research on local community resources
Assist with outreach to local organizations to help establish partnerships within the community
Carry out administrative duties including data entry, filing, and labeling
Assist with managing client case notes and files
Communicate case statuses and client concerns to supervisor, coordinate service plans with supervisor
QUALIFICATIONS:
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, 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.
The internship will be filled on a rolling basis. We will continue to accept applications until April 18, 2025, or until the position is filled, whichever occurs first. Internship will begin the week of May 12th, 2025.
This position will report to the Anti-Trafficking Casework Coordinator.
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.