Economic Empowerment Intern (Unpaid)

The Economic Empowerment Intern supports the Economic Empowerment Department with workforce development and career development programs, assisting IRC clients in attaining self-sufficiency through employment. The role involves case management support related to employment, employer outreach, job search, job placement, and career services.

Responsibilities

• Support the Workforce Development Team with tasks related to employment services and case management support, specifically related to workforce development.
• Create action plans, identify additional services needed, and monitor progress toward the goal with individual students.
• Assist the Workforce Development Team with a caseload of clients in need of employment.
• Conduct one-on-one meetings with clients to set goals for employment or education needs.
• Assist clients in developing resumes, cover letters, and interview preparation.
• Track client meetings and progress in case notes and spreadsheets.
• Research employment and vocational training opportunities in NJ.
• Gain an understanding of IRC services to refer clients to.
• Research other direct assistance programs to refer clients based on public service needs.
• Communicate effectively with clients in person and via telephone.
• Adhere to IRC policies, particularly those related to confidentiality and client privacy.
• Ability to work with clients from multiple backgrounds with varying English skills.

Requirements

• Bilingual ability required: preferably in Spanish or Haitian Creole. Arabic, Dari/Farsi, and/or Pashto also considered
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; will consider a college student.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• The ideal candidates will have prior experience in the field of job development or job readiness programming.
• Experience working with immigrants or refugees in a social service setting.

Skills

• Bilingual Communication
• MS Word
• MS Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Job Development
• Job Readiness Training
• Experience with Immigrants
• Experience with Refugees
• Social Service Experience
• Case Management
• Employer Outreach
• Job Search Assistance
• Job Placement Activities
• Career Services

Languages

English, Spanish, Haitian Creole, Arabic, Dari, Farsi, Pashto