About the role#
The Financial Capability Program (FinCap) supports clients as they work toward financial independence. This program provides education on banking, budgeting, savings, debt management, and credit building. As an intern, you will support these efforts by providing direct coaching and counseling to participants. This is an unpaid internship position for the Spring 2027 semester.
What you'll do#
- Reach out to potential clients to explain program services and products.
- Assess individual needs, help set financial goals, and enroll clients in relevant programming.
- Assist financial coaches with scheduling, client meetings, and workshops.
- Facilitate financial literacy workshops for clients.
- Lead the women’s financial empowerment program through gender-focused workshops.
- Collaborate with staff and maintain professional relationships.
- Adhere to internal policies regarding client privacy and confidentiality.
What you'll need#
- A strong interest in refugee and asylee issues.
- Excellent communication and writing skills, including the ability to communicate across cultures.
- Self-motivation and the ability to work independently.
- Confidence in public speaking or a desire to develop these skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with fellow interns and staff.
- Adaptability and the ability to work in a changing environment.
- Language skills in Amharic, Arabic, Dari, Farsi, French, Kinyarwanda, Spanish, or Swahili are a plus.
- Preference is given to current students or recent graduates.
Location & details#
- Location: Silver Spring, MD.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Spring 2027 (January - May).
- Commitment: Minimum of 3 months; 20 hours per week required, with 35-40 hours per week preferred.
- Orientation: Mandatory in-person orientation on January 25, 2027.
- Compensation: This is an unpaid position, though interns may be eligible for a per diem reimbursement of $15 per day for food and travel expenses.
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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