Dallas Refugee Resettlement Intern

International Rescue Committee
mileage reimbursement
United States, Texas, Dallas
Nov 08, 2024
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. Description: R&P Interns assist with The Department of State's Reception and Placement program, which supports refugees through their ninety days of arrival by providing services to achieve self-sufficiency. Interns will have the opportunity to gain greater insight into the resettlement process in the Dallas area. IRC places a strong focus on hiring from our intern pool- if you are eager to break into international relations, political science, or are looking for nonprofit experience, this internship is for you. This position is client-facing. The intern's primary points of contact will be both the Resettlement Supervisor and Housing and Logistics Coordinator. Major Responsibilities: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Receiving clients at the airport and transporting them and their belongings to their place of residence Assisting refugees with applying for a Social Security card Registering children in school Teaching clients how to access shopping facilities and become oriented with their community Connecting clients with needed social and language services, such as ESL Classes, Food Stamps, Medicaid, and WIC Arranging temporary and permanent housing by retrieving household supplies, such as cleaning supplies, kitchen supplies, bedding, etc. Arranging utility hook-ups for permanent housing Facilitating lease signings for newly arrived clients and providing housing orientations Conducting home safety inspections Assisting with documentation outlined by R&P program Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications: Requirements: Must be willing to use the personal vehicle to pick up clients and client goods and interns qualify for mileage reimbursement. Ability to lift 50 lbs. Interns must work at least 15 hours within the 8:30 am - 4:30 pm workday, but interns can set their schedule. Working Environment: A combination of standard office environment and 'field' time within the service delivery area to perform the above outlined responsibilities. 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. Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.