Economic Empowerment Intern

Denver

  • Organization: IRC - International Rescue Committee
  • Location: Denver
  • Grade: Internship - Internship
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Economics
  • Closing Date:

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. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

TITLE: Economic Empowerment Intern-UNPAID
LOCATION: 1873 S. Bellaire St. Suite 500, Denver 80222
DURATION: 12-week minimum
START: September 2025

INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW: IRC in Denver's Economic Empowerment team serves refugees and asylees to promote their self-sufficiency. Interns join a collaborative, mission-driven team that values cultural humility, client-centered service, and continuous learning. The environment is fast-paced and supportive, with opportunities to engage directly with clients, contribute to program development, and work alongside experienced staff and dedicated volunteers.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Employment Support

  • Assist the employment specialist in completing Reach Employment Plans and Employment Intakes
  • Help prepare for weekly employment drop-in sessions and employment-related events including -but not limited to-inviting clients to participate, setting up laptops and resources, communicating and managing volunteers
  • Conduct market research on the job trends and identify new employment opportunities for clients. Identify and track job fairs and hiring fairs

Public Benefits Support

  • Provide administrative support to the Public Benefits team, including organizing documents, updating databases, and scheduling appointments. 
  • Assist refugee and immigrant clients with submitting public benefit renewals such as SNAP, Medicaid, and TANF.

Digital Skills & Financial Capability Support

  • Assist in developing and delivering digital literacy workshops (e.g., using email, job search platforms, online banking).
  • Support clients in accessing and navigating online resources for employment, education, and public services.
  • Help staff prepare to facilitate financial literacy sessions covering topics such as budgeting, saving, credit, and banking.
  • Assist in creating culturally and linguistically appropriate financial education materials.
  • Gather feedback from clients to improve digital and financial education offerings.
  • Track client progress and outcomes using IRC systems.

Employer Engagement Program (EEP) Support

  • Collaborate with EEP team and Employment team to develop program materials, including marketing materials (Newsletter, informational flyers), business development outreach and strategies, and classroom materials.

New Roots Support

  • Develop program outreach materials and content for New Roots social media. 
  • Help staff with ongoing garden projects at garden sites (e.g. planting, cleaning, weeding, general site maintenance). 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

  • Gain hands-on experience in economic empowerment and adult education.
  • Learn how to design and deliver culturally responsive economic empowerment programming.
  • Understand the challenges and strengths of refugee and immigrant communities in achieving economic stability.
  • Learn about humanitarian aid, refugee resettlement, and global affairs.


Minimum Qualifications:

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Organized and detail-oriented with strong interpersonal communication skills and sound judgement.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
  • Ability to work independently and maintain responsibility for multiple task.
  • Commitment to promoting participation, self-reliance, sustainability, equity and human dignity.
  • Cultural sensitivity and a commitment to working with diverse populations.
  • Experience teaching, coaching or teaching.
  • Preferred: proficiency in a second language (Dari, Pashto, Arabic, Swahili, Spanish)


Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.
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Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements for the position and that you qualify.
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.
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