Healthcare And Benefits Intern (unpaid)

International Rescue Committee Inc

New York, NY, US
Unpyid; not specified; not specified
Us citizenship or work authorization required
Enrolled in post-secondary institution or graduated within 2 years
Strong microsoft office and data tracking skills
The International Rescue Committee supports newly arrived refugees and immigrants by providing holistic services to help them build new lives in their communities

Job Summary

  • The International Rescue Committee supports newly arrived refugees and immigrants by providing holistic services to help them build new lives in their communities.
  • Interns will coordinate with Healthcare Benefit Navigators to support screening and enrollment activities for public benefit programs such as Medicaid, SNAP, and WIC.
  • This unpaid role offers the opportunity to gain experience with the U.S. refugee resettlement process and connect clients to necessary medical care and supportive services.

Matching Summary

The International Rescue Committee supports newly arrived refugees and immigrants by providing holistic services to help them build new lives in their communities.

Salary

Unpaid; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • US citizenship or work authorization required
  • Enrolled in post-secondary institution or graduated within 2 years
  • Strong Microsoft Office and data tracking skills
  • Ability to work independently with high attention to detail

Nice-to-have

  • Fluency in Haitian Creole, Arabic, Spanish, French, or Russian
  • Experience working in multicultural environments
  • Patience, flexibility, and positive attitude
  • Interest in refugee resettlement processes

Key Requirements

  • Must be based in US
  • Must be US citizen or have US work authorization
  • Undergraduate studies in social sciences or related field
  • Graduated from post-secondary institution within last 2 years

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship or US work authorization

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