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Community Engagement Intern

2 months ago


Baltimore, Maryland, United States International Rescue Committee Full time


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 50 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 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.


BackgroundThe International Rescue Committee, Inc. (IRC) helps people
whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive,
recover and gain control of their future. Founded in 1933 at the request of
Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to
people forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries
and 28 U.S cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are
uprooted and struggling to rebuild their lives. The IRC in Baltimore was established
in 1999 and currently serves over 2,500 immigrants and refugees per year.

Scope of Work The community engagement intern will support the activities of the volunteer programs at the IRC. The
volunteer program supports incoming refugee students and families to succeed through community
integration. Volunteers in the program provide mentorship, supply donations, and logistical support. The
community engagement intern will work closely with the program coordinator to assist with volunteer
recruitment, training, processing and communication


Reports To
Community Engagement Specialist or Community Engagement Coordinator


Learning Objectives


  • Learn how community members can support humanitarian immigrants in the Baltimore
metropolitan area.

  • Learn best practices for operating volunteer programs, including recruitment, placement,
management, and data tracking.

  • Learn how to provide culturally sensitive support to youth, parents/guardians, and community
partners


Responsibilities


  • Work one-on-one with humanitarian immigrants to identify barriers to employment and develop an understanding of the U.S. job search process.
  • Prepare clients for interviews through virtual one-on-one coaching and job readiness training cohort classes.
  • Collaborate with the economic empowerment team to create and implement employability plans for all clients.
  • Identify potential employers by researching online and cold-calling.
  • Assist clients to coordinate transportation to job interviews and assist with the completion of new hire paperwork under the direction of the intern's supervisor and as COVID-19 safety precautions allow
  • Assist with service documentation through case-notes and case file maintenance.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:

  • Prior experience and/or interest working with refugees and immigrants preferred.
  • Prior experience and/or interest in volunteer management preferred.
  • Ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced, cross-cultural
environment.

  • Flexible and reliable, with outstanding attention to detail in copy editing.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and web-based applications
(databases, Box).

  • Fluency in English required.

Position
Details

IN-
PERSON:
Fall 2024 internships will be in-person. This includes a combination of standard office environment, remote work, and field time within the greater Baltimore area.


DATES:
Internships start with a required in-person orientation on Monday, September 9, 2024 (approx.

9:30 AM – 3 PM) at the IRC Baltimore office. Regular weekly hours start the week of September 10, 2024, and will continue through December 6, total weeks).


HOURS: Internships require a minimum of 15 hours per week for 13 weeks. Interns should be able to come to the office at least 1 day per week.
LAPTOP: Interns will be issued an IRC laptop for the duration of the internship toperform both remote and in-office responsibilities.


REIMBURSEMENT: Internships with the IRC in Baltimore are unpaid. University credit may bearranged. Fall 2024 interns are eligible for per diem reimbursement at the
rate of $15 per day (defined as 7.5 hours) to offset the costs of food and
travel of the internship. Interns may also be reimbursed for mileage driven for
any approved activities (based on round-trip mileage from the IRC office).


Application
Process

DUE DATE: apply online at by 11:59 PM ET on Sunday, July 28.
INTERVIEWS: Applicants selected for interviews will be contacted to schedule interviews. Due to the volume of applications, only applicants who are selected for interviews will be contacted. Interviews will be conducted approximately August When possible, interviews will be conducted in-person in the Baltimore office.
OFFERS: Applicants who have interviewed for positions can expect to receive a decision no later than August 29, 2024. Confirmations will be due at the latest by September 4, 2024.

Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please contact us to request accommodation.



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.