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International Rescue Committee Fall 2024: Refugee Housing and Logistics Intern (Unpaid) in San Diego, California
Requisition ID: req52586
Job Title: Fall 2024: Refugee Housing and Logistics Intern (Unpaid)
Sector: Economic Recovery & Livelihood
Employment Category: Intern
Employment Type: Part-Time
Open to Expatriates: No
Location: San Diego, CA USA
Work Arrangement:In-person
Job Description
Please note: this is an unpaid internship. The in-person position is anticipated to start in August - September 2024.
IRC IN SAN DIEGO BACKGROUND: Founded in 1933, the IRC is a leading organization providing relief, protection, and resettlement services for refugees and victims of oppression throughout the U.S. IRC in San Diego has resettled over 31,000 refugees to San Diego County over the past 48 years and provides numerous program services. In San Diego, the IRC opened its doors in 1975 and has grown to serve approximately 7,000 refugee and immigrant individuals from 115 countries of origin each year through 5 different departments.
SCOPE OF INTERN WORK: The Resettlement Administrative Intern will be instrumental in helping newly arrived refugees who face significant barriers to housing to settle into new homes in San Diego by assisting with the entirety of the move in process. The intern will support the Housing and Logistics Team and refugee clients directly. The Resettlement Department consists of two programs; Reception & Placement, and Afghan Integration Resettlement Services. Interns work with clients from both programs.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
Assisting with moves into permanent housing, such as:
Collection of donations
Transporting supplies and donations to clients
Setting up client apartments with furniture and supplies
Assisting the Housing Team with IRC-specific paperwork, such as:
Updating supply lists and safety forms
Inventory of supplies
Assisting with Housing procurement:
Research to identify potential new housing partners
Outreach to community partners and new housing partners
Developing guides and learning materials for client use (examples: rental assistance, resource mapping, local community guides, etc.)
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Become familiar with San Diego housing policies, the process of refugee resettlement, and essential steps of setting up new refugee families for success.
As part of our international network, learn about the refugee resettlement process from a national and global perspective.
Recognize significant barriers to affordable housing and how to navigate negotiating fair rent and communicate professionally with landlords in San Diego.
Learn about the refuge population in San Diego.
Become familiar with the essential functions and organization of a non-profit office.
Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS:
Must be currently enrolled student in an undergraduate or graduate degree program or graduated within one year, preferably studying fields such as Human Rights, International Relations, etc.
1+ years related work or volunteer experience with a non-profit strongly preferred.
Must be a self-starter, enthusiastic, and possess a positive attitude.
Excellent organization skills, strong communication and interpersonal skills, empathetic, and ability to effectively collaborate.
Ability to lift 30+ pounds.
Willingness to drive a moving van.
A strong interest in working with a diverse, low-income population is required.
Proactive, motivated and flexible; able to remain calm and adapt within a fast-paced work environment.
English fluency required. Language skills a plus (Farsi/Dari, Kiswahili, Arabic, or Russian strongly preferred).
This position reports to the Resettlement Supervisor, the Volunteer & Donations Specialist, and the Housing & Logistics Team.
Compensation : This is an unpaid internship opportunity.
Working Environment :
The Housing & Logistics Internship is in-person at the San Diego office.
San Diego Office hours are scheduled Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm PST.
Preferred schedule is 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at least two days a week