Economic Development Intern (Summer 2026)

Summary: The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. The Economic Development Intern will work closely with the Economic Empowerment team to assist refugees in becoming economically self-sufficient through career development training and financial coaching. Responsibilities: - Work directly with IRC Employment Specialists and Financial Coaches to implement and monitor performance on the Career Development Program - Teach Advanced Job Readiness Trainings including: introduction to career development, business writing, networking, interview preparation and financial literacy - Counsel and guide clients through the process of working towards long-term career goals by providing: individual trainings, resume and cover letter preparation, one-on-one job application assistance, etc - Provide group and individual trainings aimed at successful workforce integration - Accompany clients to job preparation activities and interviews; coach clients on interview preparation - Assist clients in setting up bank accounts, teach financial literacy workshops and assist clients with loan applications - Assist clients in completing new hire paperwork, employment program documentation and other administrative tasks as needed - Audit employment program files to ensure documentation adheres to program requirements and update program databases regularly - Advocate for clients’ rights in the labor market by providing references for clients and meeting with employers to educate them about the benefits of hiring IRC clients - Other duties as identified by Employment Specialists Required Qualifications: - Self-motivated; able to work independently - Ability to collaborate with fellow interns to create/teach trainings. This is a team-focused internship - Excellent communication and writing skills - Works well in a fast-paced environment and adapts quickly to change - Confident in public speaking or interest to develop these skills - Strong interest in refugee and asylee issues as well as in workforce development - Three month minimum. Required 20+ hours/week. Preferred 35+ hours/week - Preference to current students and recent graduates Preferred Qualifications: - Language skills in Amharic, Arabic, Burmese, Dari, Farsi, French, Kinyarwanda, Spanish, Hindi or Swahili are a plus Required Skills: Career development training, Financial literacy, Public speaking Important Skills: Interest in refugee issues Nice-to-Have Skills: Coaching techniques, Outreach strategies, Language skills Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer Benefits: 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, Vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, A 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, Disability & life insurance, 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.