Career and Financial Coaching Intern Spring 2026

International Rescue Committee • Baltimore, MD

7d • Hybrid

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. Background The International Rescue Committee, Inc. (IRC) helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover and gain control of their future. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to people forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 28 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to rebuild their lives. The IRC in Baltimore was established in 1999 and currently serves over 2,500 immigrants and refugees per year. Scope of Work Career and Financial Coaching interns will assist IRC employment specialists with daily activities that contribute to the self-sufficiency of refugees, asylees and other humanitarian immigrants in the Baltimore metropolitan area. This may include working individually with clients to conduct job searches and prepare for interviews, leading small group job readiness training sessions, conducting research on potential employers and assisting with service documentation. Interns may also have the opportunity to develop an employment-specific project. Reports To Employment Specialist, Financial Coach or Program Coordinator Learning Objectives Learn about public benefits in Maryland and employers in the Baltimore metropolitan area. Learn about barriers clients face in securing employment, and possible interventions to reduce barriers. Gain experience presenting job preparedness training material to targeted client groups. Learn to communicate effectively with a broad range of clients.

Requirements

• Ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced and global environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and reliable follow-through, with outstanding attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and web-based applications (databases, Box).
• Fluency in English required.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable access to a vehicle with current insurance and the ability to travel regularly throughout Baltimore strongly preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience and interest working with refugees and immigrants preferred.
• Prior experience and interest in workforce development or related services preferred.
• Bilingual ability in one of the predominant languages of the local client base is desired.

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with humanitarian immigrants to identify barriers to employment 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 all clients.
• Identify potential employers by researching online and cold-calling.
• Assist clients to coordinate transportation to job interviews and assist with the completion of new hire paperwork under the direction of the intern’s supervisor.
• Assist with service documentation through case-notes and case file maintenance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• US 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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees