Economic Empowerment Intern
Turlock
- Organization: IRC - International Rescue Committee
- Location: Turlock
- Grade: Internship - Internship
-
Occupational Groups:
- Economics
- Sector: Employment
- Closing Date: Closed
Requisition ID: req7981
Job Title: Economic Empowerment Intern
Sector: Employment
Employment Category: Intern
Location: USP - Turlock
Job Description
Under the supervision and direction of the Employment Supervisor, the Economic Empowerment Intern will help with a range of activities to help prepare refugee clients for their first jobs in the U.S.
Responsibilities:
· Work individually with clients to create resumes, conduct job searches, complete applications, find networking opportunities, and help them understand U.S. work culture
· Provide assistance and feedback for clients as they practice interview skills
· Assist employment staff with a variety of projects and administration needs, such as filing and reviewing client records
· Assist employment staff with other tasks as assigned
· Minimum Commitment: Internship commitments typically run about 15 hours per week for a 4- to 6-month period.
Requirements:
- Current undergrad, graduate student or recently graduated student with a focus in Economics, Adult Education, Sociology, Social Work, Political Science, Public Policy, or a related field·Must have a solid knowledge of resume writing criteria as well as employment practices.
- Proficient computer and online search skills using programs such as MS Office, Windows, GoogleDrive, Google, LinkedIn, etc.
- Must be comfortable reaching out to employers on the phone and in person.
- Valid driver’s license and a vehicle with valid insurance are required.
This position reports to the Employment Supervisor
- This is an unpaid internship.
- Work-related driving is eligible for charitable mileage rate reimbursement.
- Internships are available for current college students, graduate students, and graduates less than one year post-graduation. Course credit and transcript notation are available if the student submits the appropriate paperwork to the Volunteer and Donations Coordinator. #LI-DNI
However, we have found similar vacancies for you: