Financial Education Capabilities Intern (summer 2026)

International Rescue Committee Inc

Silver Spring, United States
Unpyid; per diem reimbursement of $15pd for food +...
Financial education and counseling
Client needs assessment
Financial literacy workshops
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) supports clients to become financially independent through financial education, credit building, coaching, and providing low-interest loan products

Job Summary

  • The International Rescue Committee (IRC) supports clients to become financially independent through financial education, credit building, coaching, and providing low-interest loan products.
  • The Financial Capability Intern will support the program by providing financial coaching and counseling services to program participants, including leading workshops and a women's empowerment program.
  • Interns will learn about personal finance topics, IRC casework, refugee integration, cross-cultural communication, individual coaching techniques, and financial systems navigation.

Matching Summary

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) supports clients to become financially independent through financial education, credit building, coaching, and providing low-interest loan products.

Salary

Unpaid; Per diem reimbursement of $15/day for food and travel may be available; Scholarship opportunities may be available

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Financial education and counseling
  • Client needs assessment
  • Financial literacy workshops
  • Cross-cultural communication skills
  • Adherence to confidentiality policies

Nice-to-have

  • Solutions-driven change-maker
  • Passionate about humanitarian work
  • Adaptable to fast-paced environment
  • Interest in refugee and asylee issues

Key Requirements

  • Minimum three months commitment
  • 20+ hours/week commitment
  • Background checks required
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Excellent communication and writing skills

Work Rights

Not specified

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