LOCATION: 208 Commerce Place, 4th Floor, Elizabeth, NJ 07201
TIME COMMITMENT: Interns: at least 2 days per week (Jan-May, May-Aug, Aug-Dec)
(Please note that is is an unpaid internship opportunity.)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assist employable clients to prepare resumes and prepare for interviews
• Assist clients with online job applications
• Accompany clients to job interviews and to clinic for drug screening
• Facilitate group orientations focused on employment program requirements and the World of Work
• Outreach to clients to follow up on job placements and track retention rates
• Research potential employers and job training programs
• Call, email and meet with local employers and identify job placement opportunities for refugees.
• Perform reception duties such as greeting visitors to the office and connecting them to appropriate staff.
• Other related duties as assigned, including answering and directing incoming phone calls.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Student will learn about refugee resettlement and refugee social services
Student will develop research and outreach skills
Student will learn how to interact with multi-cultural and limited English speaking clients
REQUIREMENTS:
• Undergraduate level studies in business, social sciences, international relations or a related field.
• Must convey confidence, have effective communication skills and exhibit excellent attention to detail.
• Desired languages but not required: French, Spanish, Arabic, Dari/Farsi, Pashto, Kiswahili or Kinyarwanda.
• Strong desire to help refugees rebuild their lives in New Jersey.
• Demonstrated 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.
• Willingness to transport clients via public transportation. A car is a plus.
This position reports to the Employment Specialist. Click here to apply.
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