Refugee Barrier Reduction Intern (summer 2026)

International Rescue Committee Inc

Silver Spring, Maryland, US
Unpyid; per diem: $15pd for food + travel; benefit...
Completion of employment applications
Conducting training on public benefits
Facilitating client outings to resources
The International Rescue Committee helps refugees become economically self-sufficient by reducing barriers to employment and supporting acclimatization within the United States

Job Summary

  • The International Rescue Committee helps refugees become economically self-sufficient by reducing barriers to employment and supporting acclimatization within the United States.
  • Interns will provide direct support to clients for completing applications, conduct training on topics like digital literacy and childcare options, and facilitate outings to financial institutions.
  • This unpaid summer internship offers a per diem reimbursement of $15/day for food and travel, along with opportunities to learn individual coaching techniques and cross-cultural communication.

Matching Summary

The International Rescue Committee helps refugees become economically self-sufficient by reducing barriers to employment and supporting acclimatization within the United States.

Salary

Unpaid; Per diem: $15/day for food and travel; Benefits: Not specified for interns

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Completion of employment applications
  • Conducting training on public benefits
  • Facilitating client outings to resources
  • Working in-person at Silver Spring office
  • Minimum 24 hours per week commitment

Nice-to-have

  • Cross-cultural communication skills
  • Interest in refugee and asylee issues
  • Ability to work independently
  • Adaptability in fast-paced environments
  • Respectful engagement with diverse clients

Key Requirements

  • Three-month minimum duration
  • Current student or recent graduate status preferred
  • Background check completion with $30 donation
  • Spanish, Amharic, Dari, Pashto, French, Kinyarwanda, or Swahili language skills

Work Rights

Not specified

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