*Please note: this is an unpaid internship*

IRC BACKGROUND: Founded in 1933, the IRC is a leading organization providing relief, protection, and resettlement services for refugees and victims of oppression throughout the U.S. IRC in San Diego has resettled over 31,000 refugees to San Diego County over the past 48 years and provides numerous program services. In San Diego, the IRC opened its doors in 1975 and has grown to serve approximately 7,000 refugee and immigrant individuals from 115 countries of origin each year through 5 different departments. 

SCOPE OF ASYLUM SEEKERS AND FAMILIES PROGRAM INTERN WORK: In this internship, students will have the opportunity to contribute to the Asylum Seekers and Families program through community engagement and outreach as well as by supporting case management.  

RESPONSIBILITIES: Based on intern skills and experience, responsibilities may include a combination of program support, administrative/data support, and direct service: 

Support case management for asylum seekers and families. 

Drive and accompany clients to appointments such as health check-ups, legal consults, school enrollments, etc.  

Accompany clients on bus/metro trips to help them learn routes on the San Diego public transit system. 

Conduct outreach, including development of materials and presentations. 

Network for and develop community partnerships and collaborations. 

Contribute to monitoring and evaluation of Safety & Wellness Department.

 Conducting screening calls for potential clients, working with interpreters and determining eligibility for the program.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 

Interns will gain exposure to case management for Asylum Seekers 

Interns will learn about the Asylum process and services available for asylees 

Interns will expand their experience providing culturally humble services and resources 

Interns will gain familiarity in cross-cultural communication