About the role#
The Immigrant Youth Casework Intern supports the Miami-Dade Immigrant Youth team in delivering essential services to immigrant children and their families. This role focuses on connecting clients with community resources to enhance self-sufficiency while participating in local outreach and awareness initiatives. This is an unpaid, hybrid internship that requires travel within the Miami-Dade region.
What you'll do#
- Assist caseworkers with school enrollment, public benefits applications, and client advocacy.
- Conduct research on local community resources and perform outreach to establish partnerships with local organizations.
- Manage client case notes and files.
- Communicate case statuses and coordinate service plans with your supervisor.
What you'll need#
- Excellent communication and writing skills with high attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and under pressure.
- Strong desire and enthusiasm to help people, combined with an interest in international issues.
- Proficiency in computer systems and access to the internet.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable access to an insured vehicle.
- Must be at least 18 years old and able to pass a background check.
- Relevant academic background in Psychology, Sociology, Political Science, Communications, Human Resources, Public Health, International Relations, or Criminal Justice.
Location & details#
- Location: Miami, Florida.
- Term: Fall 2026, beginning the week of September 8, 2026.
- Commitment: Minimum of 15 hours per week for at least 3 consecutive months.
- Schedule: Primarily weekdays between 9 AM and 5 PM, with occasional weekend activities.
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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