Matching Grant Intern

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. LOCATION: New York, NYSTART DATE: 6/2/25DURATION: 8/15/25POSITION REPORTS TO: Employment SpecialistDETAILS: Hybrid work schedule ONLY SCOPE OF WORK: The International Rescue Committee (IRC), works in the United States welcomes newly arrived refugees and immigrants, supports them in their resettlement, and provides holistic services to help them build new lives in their communities. As an introduction to the position, this brief, but concise overview of the role should give the reader an understanding of the important components of the job and how it fits into the mission of the program and IRC. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Provide one-on-one job coaching and counseling for clients. • Assist clients in developing resumes, and cover letters, and preparing for interviews • In collaboration with Early Employment Specialist, conduct enrollment and intakes and surveys for all clients. • Track client meetings and progress in a spreadsheet and through case notes on ETO software. • Research employment and vocational training opportunities in NYC. • Coordinate with the Early Employment Specialist and other team members to maintain database of clients and employers for program staff. • Assist in the facilitation of Job Readiness Training via WhatsApp and Zoom. • Work in conjunction with the IRC Employment Specialists to develop relationships with employers/businesses and organizations providing workforce services in NYC. • Communicate effectively in person and by telephone. • Keep all digital files up to date and create new digital client files as needed • Adhere to IRC policies, particularly those related to confidentiality and client privacy. • Display sensitivity to cultural and personality differences of clients. Respect their beliefs and values. • Provide translation and interpretation when necessary. • Other related duties as assigned.LEARNING OBJECTIVES: The intern will learn how to effectively manage employment programs across a wide network.The intern will learn how to provide direct services to immigrant populations.The intern will learn how to develop relationships with partners and employers.REQUIREMENTS: • Interns must be based in US, must be a US citizen or have US work authorization, must be enrolled in post-secondary • institution or have graduated from a post-secondary institution within last 2 years. • Undergraduate level studies in, social sciences or a related field • The ideal candidate will have some experience in job readiness and coaching • Languages desired but not required: Haitian Creole, Spanish, French and Russian • Strong desire to help refugees and other migrant communities rebuild their lives in New York. • Ability to work independently, exercise good judgement, and have high attention to detail • Competency in Microsoft Office, data tracking, and file management • Effective communication skills. • Demonstrates ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment. • Patience, understanding, flexibility, and an unceasingly positive attitude. • Willing to learn about IRC history, philosophy, global work, and local efforts. • Willing to adhere to IRC volunteer and workplace policies. 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