Fall Refugee Resettlement Internship with HIAS In Silver Spring

Fall Refugee Resettlement Internship with HIAS In Silver Spring HIAS seeks a U.S. Programs intern to help respond to the global refugee crisis.  S/he works with the U.S. Programs team on initiatives affecting refugees, asylees and special immigrant visa (SIV) holders resettling in the United States.  A semester or quarter commitment is required.    Essential Functions:  Supports post-arrival staff in research and develops materials in support of refugee resettlement programs (Reception & Placement, Matching Grants, preferred Communities and Refugee AmeriCorps) and/or functional areas (i.e. employment, cultural orientation, and psychosocial/ mental health). Supports Pre-Arrival staff in all aspects of pre-arrival case processing, which may include case placement and assurance, case transfers, family reunification (P3 and CAM), and AOR. Provides support to the Associate Director, Grants Management and U.S. Programs team, as necessary. Participates in webinars and conference calls. Job Requirements Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree; strong interest in refugee resettlement, human rights, international relations, and immigration. Experience with immigrants, asylees, and/or refugees preferred. Excellent interpersonal, analytical and written communication skills; critical thinking and cross-cultural communication skills strongly desired. Detail oriented; ability to handle various tasks in a fast paced environment. Foreign language proficiency preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint preferred. Interested applicants must include a cover letter, resume, brief writing sample and contact information for three references.   Apply here.