Summer 2025 Resettlement Casework Intern - UNPAID

International Rescue Committee
United States, Florida, Tallahassee
1310 Cross Creek Circle (Show on map)
Apr 23, 2025
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. 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 1,950 refugees from 50 countries into the Tallahassee, Florida. SCOPE OF RESETTLEMENT CASEWORK INTERN WORK: The Resettlement Program is the first point of contact for newly arrived refugees and offers support, guidance and counseling though all stages of resettlement. Case Managers provide initial services to orient refugees to life in the U.S., including (but not limited to) securing housing, addressing medical concerns, registering children in school, applying for Social Security and State ID cards, and linking refugees to our internal and mainstream services. Case Managers also offer counseling in home-budgeting, crisis intervention, family counseling and other areas of social adjustment. Employment is an essential element in helping refugees become economically self-sufficient. This position requires a minimum of 15 hours a week for 3 consecutive months. 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. RESPONSIBILITIES: The Resettlement Casework Intern will assist case managers with the following tasks: Working with IRC Case Management team to complete core resettlement services Assisting with quality assurance (QA) process, scanning, and uploading documents Assisting clients in completing change of address forms (AR-11) Providing transportation from/to appointments, and grocery shopping Conducting wellness checks with clients Dropping off important documentation to client homes Providing general administrative support such as case notes and documentation Assisting with client walk-in days and screening clients Connecting refugees with the medical providers Other duties as assigned Update Minimum Qualifications:Update REQUIREMENTS: Excellent communication and writing skills Organized with attention to detail Able to work independently and under pressure An interest in international and refugee issues Creativity and initiative to follow through on projects Strong desire and enthusiasm to help people Computer literacy - preferably with PC systems A car/driver's license is beneficial 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 Casework Supervisor. 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.