Career and Financial Coaching Intern (Spring 2027)

International Rescue Committee • Baltimore, MD

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Career and Financial Coaching Intern assists IRC employment specialists with daily activities supporting the self-sufficiency of refugees, asylees, and other humanitarian immigrants in the Baltimore metropolitan area. Work may include helping clients search for jobs and prepare for interviews, leading job-readiness training sessions, researching potential employers, and documenting services. Interns may also have the opportunity to develop an employment-specific project.

The Spring 2027 internship is hybrid, combining office work, remote work, and field time in the greater Baltimore area. It runs for 14 weeks, from the week of January 27 through May 16, 2027, and requires at least 15 hours per week. Interns should be able to work in the office at least three days per week. A required orientation is scheduled for January 27, approximately 9:30 AM to 3 PM. IRC provides a laptop for the internship. The position is unpaid and not eligible for benefits; eligible interns may receive per diem and approved mileage reimbursement. University credit may be arranged.

Requirements

• Ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills, reliable follow-through, and outstanding attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, and web-based applications such as databases and Box.
• Fluency in English.
• Ability to commit to at least 15 hours per week for 14 weeks and to work in the office at least three days per week.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience and interest working with refugees and immigrants.
• Prior experience and interest in workforce development or related services.
• Bilingual ability in one of the predominant languages of the local client base.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable access to a vehicle with current insurance, and ability to travel regularly throughout Baltimore.

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with humanitarian immigrants to identify employment barriers and develop an understanding of the U.S. job-search process.
• Prepare clients for interviews through virtual one-on-one coaching and job-readiness training cohort classes.
• Collaborate with the economic empowerment team to create and implement employability plans for clients.
• Identify potential employers through online research and cold-calling.
• Help clients coordinate transportation to job interviews and complete new-hire paperwork under the direction of the intern’s supervisor.
• Assist with service documentation through case notes and case file maintenance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• University credit may be arranged.
• Eligible Spring 2027 interns may receive per diem reimbursement at $15 per day, defined as 7.5 hours, to help offset food and travel costs.
• Mileage for approved activities may be reimbursed based on round-trip mileage from the IRC office.
• IRC provides an internship laptop for remote and in-office responsibilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed