Refugee Integration Programs Internship

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Job Summary - The Integration Programs Intern will assist refugees in Maryland to help them navigate local health, school, benefit, and community support systems so they can live healthy, self-sufficient lives in their new community.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Facilitate cultural orientation sessions with newcomers to introduce them to life in the U.S.
• Assist and accompany clients to various appointments including but not limited to: employment, medical appointments, pharmacy pick-ups, mental health appointments, school enrollments, immunization appointments, ESL class enrollments, etc.
• Assist with researching benefits or service information on behalf of clients
• Assist with benefits enrollments or follow-ups
• Assist with conducting transportation, culture, health and/or healthcare navigation orientations
• May assist with civic engagement workshops
• May assist with planning and running ESL workshops
• May assist with running of refugee support groups
• Assist clients to get services from local social service offices and public assistance
• Assist case manager with maintenance of case files
• Show clients how to use public transportation
• Assist with other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• College degree or perusing an undergraduate degree in political science, international relations, social work, law/justice, community health, human rights, language or related field required
• Previous experience working in multicultural contexts is desirable
• An interest in international and refugee issues
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and process unexpected tasks and deadlines
• Ability to work under pressure
• Flexibility
• Creativity and initiative to follow through on projects
• Effective communication and writing skills
• Proficiency in one or more languages other than English is preferable
• Having a personal car or access to a car is highly desirable

Learning Outcomes:

• Understanding of the timelines and processes refugees go through.
• Increased intercultural communication competency
• Exposure to basic non-profit operations and environment
• Knowledge of marginalized populations - challenges and opportunities
• Experience working with limited English proficiency populations
• Knowledge of Maryland refugee benefits systems
• Ability to navigate social service systems
• Basic ability to keep case notes and maintain case files to State Department standards.

Time Requirements:

At least 2 full days a week

To Apply:

Please submit a (1) cover letter and (2) resume to volunteer@ecdcus.org.

Applications are considered on a first-come, rolling basis.