Comprehensive Refugee Service Intern
International Rescue Committee
Comprehensive Refugee Service Intern
International Rescue Committee
Global humanitarian nonprofit delivering emergency relief
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.
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 28 U.S. cities to restore safety, dignity and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm to home. The IRC in Tallahassee office wasestablishedin 2015 and has resettled over 1,500 refugees from 50 countries into Big Bend communities.
SCOPE OF COMPREHENSIVE REFUGEE SERVIE INTERN WORK:The major goal of the Comprehensive Refugee Service (CRS) is to ensure services are delivered according to the IRC and Department of Children and Families (DCF) stipulated contract. The main motto for the CRS program is Safety, Service and Compliance. Types of clients include Refugees, AsylumSeekersand Parolees. Clients aremainly receivedfrom Reception and Placement (R&P), Matching Grant or DCF including walk-in clients.This position requires a minimum commitment of 15 hours a week for at least three months.The hours for this position are flexible; however, will primarily be between 9AM and 5PM on weekdays, with occasional weekend activities. Please note that all internship positions are unpaid.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The CRS Intern willassistthe CRS team with the following tasks:
Help with document management, including scanning and filing documents
Complete data entry and note taking tasks
Assistclients with developing their problem-solving skills, empowering them to handle situations independently and supporting their self-sufficiency
Accompany caseworkers to appointments and support them with service delivery
Adhere to all IRC work ethics while serving clients
Collaborate effectively with CRS staff and external community providers partnered with CRS.
Attend and activelyparticipatein staff meetings and special staff development programs.
REQUIREMENTS:
Excellent communication and writing skills
Organized with attention to detail
Creativity and initiative to follow through on projects
Strong desireto help people and enthusiasm for working in a multi-cultural setting
Strong technical skills
Submit volunteer hours on volunteer dashboard
This is a hybridrole.
The internship will be filled on a rolling basis. We will continue to accept applications until August 14th, 2026, or until the position is filled, whichever occurs first. Internship will begin the week of September 8th, 2026.
This position reports to the CRS Caseworker.
PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS
All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.
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US Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $163 per month, dental starting at $6.50 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.
Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Global humanitarian nonprofit delivering emergency relief
Emergency relief and long-term support provider active in 40+ countries and 26 U.S. cities, offering health, education, safety, economic, and protection services to people affected by conflict, displacement, or disasters. It runs refugee resettlement, mental health care, primary healthcare, vocational training, and protection programs, with operations that combine direct services and advocacy. Its distinct approach comes from a large global footprint, extensive field experience, a focus on dignity and resilience, and evidence-based programs supported by initiatives like the Airbel Impact Lab. The goal is to lessen suffering, protect human rights, and help communities recover and thrive through inclusive, long-term strategies that empower those affected by crises.
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