Refugee Health & Social Integration Intern (summer 2026)

IRC

Silver Spring, MD, United States
Base: unpyid internship; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Case management experience
In-person work required
Client needs assessment
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) helps restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster worldwide

Job Summary

  • The International Rescue Committee (IRC) helps restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster worldwide.
  • The Refugee Health and Social Integration Intern will work closely with case management teams to assist refugees and vulnerable immigrants in navigating systems and accessing resources.
  • Internships are unpaid but summer interns may be eligible for a $15/day per diem reimbursement to offset food and travel costs.

Matching Summary

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) helps restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster worldwide.

Salary

Base: Unpaid internship; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Possible $15/day per diem reimbursement for summer interns

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Case management experience
  • In-person work required
  • Client needs assessment
  • Community outreach activities
  • Reliable personal vehicle
  • Excellent communication skills

Nice-to-have

  • Proficiency in Arabic, Amharic, Tigrinya, Swahili, Farsi or French
  • Ability to work independently under pressure
  • Interest in human rights
  • Teamwork in dynamic settings
  • Use of public transportation with clients

Key Requirements

  • Commitment of 3 months minimum
  • At least 15 hours per week availability
  • Valid US driver’s license and insurance
  • Ability to work in-person in Silver Spring
  • Background check completion
  • Willingness to make a $30 donation

Work Rights

Ability to work in-person in US required

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