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.

SCOPE OF WORK:

The Youth and Education Intern will support the Youth and Education Specialist and the rest of the Education team in enrolling new refugee students in school by providing training to families and completing school enrollment paperwork. The intern will also provide logistical support to help students learn how to get to school such as walking and bus orientations on the first day of school. The intern will support other youth program services as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

•            Make phone calls to newly arrived families for education appointments

•            Gather clients’ documents and complete school enrollment applications for refugee students

•            Teach students how to walk or take the bus to school and coordinate logistics with Education team

•            Build positive relationships with refugee youth and create fun and supportive environment

•            Organize and put together school backpacks with school supplies for new students

•            Assist with client transportation needs to appointments

•            Other related duties as assigned including monthly office support & reception coverage

Minimum Qualifications:

REQUIREMENTS:

•            Outgoing & independent; able to accomplish tasks efficiently and in a timely manner

•            Valid driver’s license and current auto insurance

•            Successful completion of IRC background check

•            Commitment to full internship term

•            Available for some early mornings appointments (7:00am) to support first day of school logistics

COMMITMENT

-             Work a minimum of 10 hours per week for 3 months

o            Start Date: September 8th

o            End Date: December 19th

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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.