Refugee Barrier Reduction Intern (summer 2026)

IRC (International Rescue Committee)

Silver Spring, Maryland, United States
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work independently
Strong interest in refugee issues
The IRC responds to humanitarian crises, helping restore health and safety to those affected by conflict and disaster

Job Summary

  • The IRC responds to humanitarian crises, helping restore health and safety to those affected by conflict and disaster.
  • This role supports refugees in achieving economic self-sufficiency by reducing barriers to employment.
  • Interns will gain insights into refugee integration and develop coaching techniques to empower clients.

Matching Summary

The IRC responds to humanitarian crises, helping restore health and safety to those affected by conflict and disaster.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work independently
  • Strong interest in refugee issues

Nice-to-have

  • Cross-cultural communication skills
  • Adaptability in fast-paced environments
  • Language skills in multiple languages

Key Requirements

  • Minimum commitment of 24 hours per week
  • Current students or recent graduates preferred
  • Language skills in Spanish, Amharic, Dari, Pashto, French, Kinyarwanda or Swahili are a plus

Work Rights

Not specified

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