Anti-Trafficking Intern (Summer 2026)
About The Position
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. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future. SCOPE OF WORK The Anti-Trafficking intern will work in close coordination with the case management teams to serve survivors of human trafficking who face barriers when navigating various systems to access resources and services.
Requirements
- Minimum commitment of 20 hours per week.
- Ability to work in-person required.
- Reliable access to a personal vehicle, valid US driver’s license, and active insurance policy preferred.
- Ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Organized with attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and writing skills.
- An interest in humanitarian issues, trafficking survivor services and related issues
- Proven ability to work independently and as a team member in a global setting.
- Willingness to use public transportation with clients in order to orient clients to buses, etc.
- Proficiency in Spanish, Arabic, or French preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assess needs and priorities and work directly with IRC clients to create a service plan and deliver on-going case management.
- Assist with outreach efforts by drafting, editing, and distributing informational materials such as flyers, fact sheets, presentations, and local resources.
- Contribute to partnership development by researching agencies, networks, and service providers aligned with program goals and impact.
- Guide clients to various appointments including but not limited to appointments with lawyers, local law enforcement, health care and public benefit providers.
- Engage in community mapping to identify and refer clients to external resources. Engage in community outreach activities to identify potential clients and increase IRC visibility.
- Assist in maintaining quality control of files.
- Other tasks as assigned.
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, 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
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
