About the role#
The International Rescue Committee is seeking a Casework Intern for the Spring 2027 term. This role supports casework staff in providing direct services to refugees. You will assist with administrative tasks, client orientation, and logistics to help new arrivals settle into the community. This is an unpaid, part-time position based in Charlottesville, Virginia.
What you'll do#
- Assist casework staff in providing direct services to clients.
- Shop for and set up homes for arriving refugee families.
- Transport clients to appointments at agencies such as the Social Security office and the Department of Social Services.
- Orient new refugees to the local public transit system and the community.
- Complete applications for services and create documentation for case files.
- Advocate for clients during the delivery of services.
- Attend the required Volunteer and Intern Orientation.
- Record your hours and submit a timesheet monthly via the online Volunteer Dashboard.
- Represent the IRC in a professional manner at all times.
What you'll need#
- You must have a car and be willing to transport clients in your personal vehicle.
- You must be based in Charlottesville, Virginia, and be willing to complete field work.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision is required.
- You should be comfortable working in a multicultural environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary.
- You must be reliable, responsible, and able to complete tasks within required time-frames.
- Flexibility to handle various tasks as they arise.
Location & details#
- Location: Charlottesville, Virginia.
- Term: Spring 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: This is an unpaid internship.
About International Rescue Committee
The International Rescue Committee is a nonprofit organization that provides humanitarian aid to people affected by war and disaster. Founded in 1933, it operates in more than 50 countries and 28 cities across the United States. The organization focuses on areas such as refugee resettlement, health care, and emergency relief. It employs over 13,000 people to support its mission of assisting displaced populations.
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