Description
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Atlanta is seeking a Youth Futures Program Intern to support the Youth Futures Program, which addresses the specific social and academic needs of refugee and asylee youth at Clarkston High School.
Responsibilities: The Youth Futures Afterschool Programs for high school refugee, immigrant, and underserved youth, are held 5 days per week, 2.5 hours per day, in person at Clarkston High School.
- Support IRC staff with program delivery
- Help with logistics for activities, field trips, and workshops
- Engage with students to provide an enriching and supportive academic and social environment
- Provide other program and general administrative support as needed, such as documentation and file maintenance
- Assist high school youth with homework
- Assist Youth Futures staff with program logistics
- Compile and update secondary and post-secondary resources and contacts
- Assist youth with college applications and/or writing resumes and searching for part-time/summer jobs
- Plan and prepare for Youth Futures events
- Build mentoring relationships with youth
- Enter data into databases and spreadsheets
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Excellent communication and writing skills
- Organizational skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work independently as well as within a team, and take initiative in a fast-paced environment
- An interest in international and refugee issues
- Commitment to upholding ethical standards and confidentiality in all interactions
- Creativity and initiative to follow through on projects
- Strong desire to help people, and enthusiasm and sensitivity for working in a multi-cultural setting
- Willingness to work 1:1 with students to reinforce math, science, and English literacy skills
- Experience working with youth and/or young adults is preferred
- Familiarity with educational support and systems is preferred
- Computer literacy, preferably with PC systems
- A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle is beneficial
Requirements:
- Must submit intern hours on volunteer portal
- Must pass a background check
- Commitment of 15 hours per week for a minimum of 3 consecutive months
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $163 per month, dental starting at $6.50 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.