Children's Health Promotion Intern

IRC

New York, NY, United States
Base: unpyid internship; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Hybrid
Medicaid and health insurance application assistance
Health and wellness transportation orientations
Community health referrals and client advocacy
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a global humanitarian organization dedicated to restoring health, safety, education, and economic wellbeing to people affected by conflict and disaster

Job Summary

  • The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a global humanitarian organization dedicated to restoring health, safety, education, and economic wellbeing to people affected by conflict and disaster.
  • The Children’s Health Promotion Intern will support the Children’s Legal Services program by assisting clients with Medicaid applications, transportation orientations, health referrals, and direct services under supervision.
  • IRC offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental, vision insurance, retirement plans, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Matching Summary

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a global humanitarian organization dedicated to restoring health, safety, education, and economic wellbeing to people affected by conflict and disaster.

Salary

Base: Unpaid internship; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive US benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, and retirement plans

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Medicaid and health insurance application assistance
  • Health and wellness transportation orientations
  • Community health referrals and client advocacy
  • Fluency in Spanish
  • Hybrid work schedule

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with refugee and immigrant populations
  • Outreach and advocacy skills development
  • Understanding of immigrant community health needs

Key Requirements

  • Currently pursuing master’s degree in public health or related field
  • Experience working with diverse populations
  • Fluency in Spanish
  • Lived or working experience with refugee and immigrant populations

Work Rights

Not specified

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