United States of America: Logistics Intern (unpaid)

Organization: International Rescue Committee
Country: United States of America
Closing date: 01 Nov 2013

BACKGROUND: The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. At work in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities to restore safety, dignity and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm to home. Domestically, our 22 offices across the U.S. ensure new arrivals have food, shelter, and clothing, and work with refugees to help them gain self-sufficiency.

SCOPE OF WORK: An intern is needed to assist the Logistics Coordinator at the IRC Baltimore Regional Office. The intern will prepare for the arrival of new refugees and report to the Logistics Coordinator in the Case Management Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Preparing for refugees’ arrival in the U.S.• Preparing apartments for arrival (including shopping for household necessities, aiding in arranging furniture).• Mediating between landlords and refugees/asylees.• Conduct occasional visits to refugees’ homes.• Arrange store/donor delivery.• Research on in-kind donations.• Assist in the organization and long term projects for the advancement of the Case Management Department.• Other related duties as assigned.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1. Gain intimate knowledge of refugee arrival process2. Utilize communication and organizational skills in working with different departments/reaching out to clients, external partners, and donors3. Gain experience working in a diverse and multicultural environment

REQUIREMENTS: • Energetic, empathetic, organized and ready to do a variety of jobs.• Creative and willing to assist with long-term projects.• Willing to adhere to IRC volunteer and workplace policies.• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English.

TIME COMMITMENT:

• Fall and Spring interns are required to work at least 15 hours per week, Monday through Friday, for a minimum of 12 weeks in the Fall and Spring

Reports to: Mr. Steven Bergbauer- Logistics CoordinatorPosition: Unpaid Internship

How to apply:

Please send your resume, cover letter, and contact info for 2 references directly to kafiya.ismail@rescue.org with the following information listed in the cover letter:

-internship(s) for which you wish to be considered (please provide a ranking of desired internships if you wish to be considered for multiple opportunities)

-projected start/end date (noting that we have a 3-month minimum for our internships)-days and number of hours of availability during the work week (for example: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9am-5pm)

-whether or not you would have access to a car in which you would be willing to drive with the refugees and asylees we serve to access social services

We look forward to reviewing your application!