Reception and Placement (R&P) Research 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 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.

SCOPE OF WORK: The R&P Resource Intern will work to support the national management of the R&P program as part of the headquarters resettlement team. In this role, the intern will work on current and on-going initiatives and will assist the headquarters resettlement team in providing program support to the IRC network. Specifically, the intern will assist in resource development and updates, creative input for client guidance, proof reading of reports, etc. She/he will work directly under the supervision and guidance of either the Reception and Placement Compliance and Administration Program Officer.

COMMITMENT: minimum 5-6 months, 18h-24h a week with possibility of extension.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and dissemination of training and reference materials
• Assist in creating and updating resettlement field manuals, case file forms, and standardized policies and procedures
• Provide logistical support for conferences, meetings, and webinars
• Assist in drafting notes in meetings, conferences and discussion calls etc.
• Provide support for communication initiatives domestically
• Other duties, as assigned, in support of the HQ R&P Resettlement Team
  
  

Learning Objectives

• The intern will develop a strong understanding of the US resettlement program, including program design, service implementation, and reporting procedures
• The intern will enhance skills in knowledge management, and visual presentation
• The intern will become familiar with best practices in refugee resettlement and quality assurance
  
  

Requirements

• Enrolled in Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree. Coursework in international studies, social work, or a related field preferred
• Interest in the U.S. resettlement program or immigrant service provision
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively distill and present complex information in a concise, accessible way
• Excellent research, writing, and editing skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams), Adobe, Canva, Zoom
  
  

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.