The International Rescue Committee assists unaccompanied children under 18 by providing legal representation and health support services
Job Summary
The International Rescue Committee assists unaccompanied children under 18 by providing legal representation and health support services.
Interns will facilitate Medicaid applications, transportation orientations, and accompany clients to medical appointments to ensure proper care.
This unpaid hybrid internship offers academic credit opportunities and focuses on developing outreach and advocacy skills within immigrant communities.
Matching Summary
The International Rescue Committee assists unaccompanied children under 18 by providing legal representation and health support services.
Salary
Unpaid; Benefits: Not specified for interns
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Medicaid application assistance
Spanish language fluency required
Transportation orientation facilitation
Nice-to-have
Experience with refugee populations
Background in health and wellness
Passion for humanitarian impact
Key Requirements
Currently pursuing a master's degree in public health or social work
Fluency in Spanish is required
Lived experience with refugee or immigrant populations highly desirable