What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fall Housing Support Intern position at International Rescue Committee?
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. OVERVIEW:The Housing Support Intern works in close coordination with the Case Management team, apartment managers, HUD case workers, and refugee families to provide post arrival casework services. They assist in helping recently arrived refugees or individuals that qualify in applying for government housing or government housing subsidies. The intern also works with the Casework Supervisor to diversify housing opportunities for refugee families, gaining valuable experience working with the refugee community and community partners. Please note that this is an unpaid position in person at our Tucson Arizona office for the Fall 2025 Semester. We will start engaging with qualified candidates in June. RESPONSIBILITIES:Assisting with providing housing orientation to refugee families.Solicit for donation of household items such as large pots, irons, ironing board, TVs, kettle, microwave or other necessary items for newly arrived refugees and asylees in coordination with the Case Managers.Assist new families to apply for and transition into subsidized housing programs through HUD, Section 8, and City of Tucson Public Housing.Work with the Casework Supervisor to maintain and establish new relationships with apartment managers and housing providers in the Tucson area. Proactively gain knowledge about the refugee program.Maintain and manage client information across multiple data platforms while continuously expanding knowledge.REQUIREMENTS:Strong intercultural communication skills; demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from other cultural backgrounds. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Understanding and ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding client information. • Driver’s license, personal vehicle, auto insurance, a clean driving record, and willingness to drive clients and goods in personal vehicle Submit volunteer hours on a monthly basis CLEARANCES: All offers are contingent on successfully passing background and criminal history checks as required by federal and state law or by IRC policy. Ability to obtain an Arizona Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.COMMITMENT:FALL: Minimum 15 hrs/wk for 4 months and able to commit to 2 full business daysPrimary availability during IRC business hours (M-F; 9:00am-5:00pm)Preference given to applicants able to make multi-term commitmentReports To: Ajmeer Safi, Resettlement 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. Cookies: https://careers.rescue.org/us/en/cookiesettings US Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $143 per month, dental starting at $6.50 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles. Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The International Rescue Committee (IRC) helps people whose lives have been shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover and rebuild. We are trusted for our ability to reach people in the toughest places, put our clients at the center of everything we do, and - as an evidence-based organization - to relentlessly improve the impact we deliver for those we serve. If you’re ready to be part of a team that brings ingenuity, fortitude and optimism to making a lasting impact, we want to hear from you. The IRC Way, our code of conduct, is founded upon our core values of Integrity, Accountability, Service and Equality. These values unite IRC staff around the world and keep our programs firmly directed towards the well-being of our clients while meeting the expectations of our donors as responsible stewards of their resources.
Salary : $5 - $143
