BACKGROUND: The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. At work in over 40 countries and 24 U.S. cities to restore safety, dignity and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm to home. The IRC in Atlanta office was established in 1979 and has resettled over 27,000 refugees from 67 countries into the Greater Atlanta area. As the largest refugee resettlement agency in Georgia, the IRC in Atlanta resettles an average of 250 refugees into Georgia annually and provides additional services and assistance to another 2,500 refugees, immigrants and asylees.

SCOPE OF REFUGEE EMPLOYMENT ADMINISTRATIVE INTERN WORK: The Refugee Employment Administrative intern provides administrative and clerical support to the IRC Atlanta’s Employment team as they work to find employment for adult refugee job seekers. The Refugee Employment Administrative intern ensures that all data entry is complete, case files are maintained, and that the employment program is in compliance with donor regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Assist Employment Specialists in the creation and maintenance of case files

· Assist Employment Specialists by entering case notes pertaining to client service

· Conduct data entry and ensure that data is accurate and up-to-date in tracking systems

· Research potential employers and community partners as it pertains to Employment clients

· Provide general administrative support for Economic Empowerment team

Qualifications

· Strong interest in administrative and clerical work

· Proven ability to work with consideration and respect for cross-cultural differences

· Excellent communication and organization skills

· Ability to work independently

· Computer skills, including Microsoft Office programs and internet research

· Enthusiasm for helping people to learn and demonstrated professionalism

· Interns must be able to work at least 15 hours a week for at least three months

Check with your Internship Coordinator BEFORE accepting to determine how you might do this internship for credit.

For more information or to apply, please contact VolunteerATL@Rescue.org. To learn more about us, please visit the IRC website at www.Rescue.org/Atlanta