Overview
The Employment Program Intern will support early employment programs for refugees and immigrants, assisting with client intake, job coaching, training facilitation, and administrative tasks.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one job coaching and employment counseling
- Help clients with resumes, cover letters, and interview prep
- Conduct client enrollments, assessments, and follow-ups
- Track client progress using spreadsheets and ETO software
- Research job and vocational training opportunities in NYC
- Support Job Readiness Trainings (via Zoom/WhatsApp)
- Maintain and update client and employer databases
- Assist with administrative tasks and day-to-day program operations
- Help build and maintain employer and partner relationships
- Collaborate with other IRC teams and uphold confidentiality policies
Required Experience
- Interest or experience in employment services or social services
- Experience working with immigrant or refugee communities is a plus
Qualifications
Comfortable using MS Office, email, and online platforms
