Casework Intern (Fall 2026-UNPAID)

International Rescue Committee•Charlottesville, VA

1d•Onsite

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: Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee is a leading, non-sectarian, non-profit organization providing emergency relief, protection, rehabilitation assistance, resettlement services, and advocacy for refugees and victims of oppression or violent conflict. Domestically, our 28 offices across the U.S. ensure new arrivals have food, shelter, and clothing, and work with refugees to help them gain self-sufficiency. SCOPE OF WORK: Interns will assist casework staff in providing direct client services, including shopping for and setting up households for arriving refugee families, transporting and accompanying clients to required appointments such as Social Security office, Health Department, Dept. of Social Services and providing orientation to the Charlottesville public transit system. Interns will also perform administrative tasks such as completing applications for services on behalf of clients, creating documentation for case files, and making appointments.

Requirements

Able to work with minimal supervision
Comfortable working in a multicultural environment
Flexible, able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Reliable, responsible, able to complete tasks within required time-frame
Must have a car and be willing to transport clients in your personal vehicle
Must be located in Charlottesville Virginia and be willing to complete field work.

Responsibilities

Attend Volunteer/Intern Orientation
Transport clients to various agencies and appointments
Orient new refugees to transportation systems and community
Shop for and set up homes for arriving refugees
Assist with required documentation for case files
Advocate for clients during delivery of needed services; represent IRC in a professional manner
Record hours and submit completed timesheet for each month via the IRC’s online Volunteer Dashboard.