Refugee Economic Empowerment Intern (summer 2026)

401

Silver Spring, Maryland, US
Unpyid; per diem: $15pd for food + travel
In-person, minimum 15 hours/week, summer 2026
Create individualized resumes and cover letters
Conduct employment assessments for clients
Track service provision via electronic data entry
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Refugee Economic Empowerment Intern for summer 2026 in Silver Spring, Maryland. This unpaid internship focuses on assisting refugees in achieving economic self-sufficiency through employment support and outreach

Job Summary

  • The International Rescue Committee assists refugees to become economically self-sufficient by placing them in entry-level work in the United States.
  • Interns will gain experience conducting employment assessments, creating resumes, and learning how to communicate effectively in a global environment using interpreters.
  • This unpaid summer internship requires a minimum commitment of 24 hours per week with eligibility for a $15/day per diem reimbursement.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Refugee Economic Empowerment Intern for summer 2026 in Silver Spring, Maryland. This unpaid internship focuses on assisting refugees in achieving economic self-sufficiency through employment support and outreach.

Salary

Unpaid; Per diem: $15/day for food and travel

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Create individualized resumes and cover letters
  • Conduct employment assessments for clients
  • Track service provision via electronic data entry

Nice-to-have

  • Fluency in Dari, Pashto, Spanish, or Kiswahili
  • Access to an insured vehicle
  • Interest in working with refugee populations

Key Requirements

  • Current undergraduate, graduate student, or less than 12 months out of school
  • Minimum 24 hours per week commitment for three months
  • Ability to work in-person at Silver Spring office for at least 15 hours weekly
  • Completion of background check with $30 donation contribution

Work Rights

Not specified

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter