Summer 2024 Microenterprise Development Intern

Found in: beBee S US - 2 weeks ago

Atlanta, United States International Rescue Committee Part time
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the worldâs 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 more than 25 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees delivers 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 worldâs worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. At work in over 40 countries and 24 U.S. cities to restore safety, dignity and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm to home. The IRC in Atlanta office was established in 1979 and has resettled over 27,000 refugees from 67 countries into the Greater Atlanta area. As the largest refugee resettlement agency in Georgia, the IRC in Atlanta resettles an average of 1,000 refugees into Georgia annually and provides additional services and assistance to another 2,500 refugees and asylees. 

SCOPE OF WORK: The Microenterprise Development (MED) Intern reports directly to the Microenterprise Development (MED) Coordinator and supports efforts under the IRCâs Microenterprise Development (MED) program. Microenterprise Development, a program within the Economic Empowerment Department, provides refugees currently in business or seeking to start businesses with opportunities for business training, one-on-one business technical assistance, and assistance with access to credit and capital. This is an unpaid internship position and requires a minimum of 15 hours a week for 2 consecutive months.   

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Assist the Microenterprise Development (MED) team with program recruitment efforts by developing and distributing flyers and brochures, and engaging with community organizations and local businesses 
  • Provide program orientations and trainings to individuals and groups 
  • Work with refugee and immigrant entrepreneurs to strengthen their business plans, develop marketing materials, and provide other supportive services as needed 
  • Conduct business-related research in key industries 
  • Maintain case files for program clients 
  • Enter data into the programâs information data systems and internal tracking systems 
  • Provide general administrative support and maintain accurate records of Microenterprise Development (MED) program activities 
Minimum Qualifications:

REQUIREMENTS: 

  • Strong interest in working with international clients 
  • Proven ability to work with consideration and respect for cross-cultural differences 
  • Excellent communication and organization skills 
  • Ability to work independently 
  • Computer skills, including Microsoft Office programs and internet research 
  • Enthusiasm for helping people to learn and demonstrated professionalism 
  • Must have a valid driverâs license and access to an insured vehicle 
  • Graphic design and/or web development experience strongly preferred 

This is an in-person role. 

This position reports to the Microenterprise Development Supervisor. 


Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way â 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.

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