About this opportunity
Opportunity Overview
The International Rescue Committee is hiring a Walk-in Case Management Services Intern for Fall 2026. This internship is based in the Baltimore metropolitan area and will involve working with refugees, asylees, and other humanitarian immigrants. The intern will assist clients with navigating walk-in services, including activating EBT cards for food stamps, applying for Social Security cards, and obtaining Maryland ID cards. The internship will start with a required orientation on Monday, September 14th, and will continue through December 18th, 2026. The International Rescue Committee is a humanitarian non-governmental organization that responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises. The organization has been working in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities, helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future, and strengthen their communities. As an intern, you will be part of a team that delivers lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity, and hope to millions of people worldwide. The internship will provide an opportunity to learn about the services that refugees, asylees, and other humanitarian immigrants are eligible for upon arrival in the U.S., including public benefits in Maryland and local resources in the Baltimore metropolitan area. You will also learn about strategies for effective, holistic case management and develop resourcefulness and problem-solving skills to work independently in different situational contexts.
Responsibilities
- Assist clients remotely or in-person with key services such as activating EBT cards for food stamps, applying for Social Security cards, or obtaining Maryland ID cards
- Assist clients to coordinate transportation to medical and other required appointments
- Conduct remote, office, home, or community-based orientation sessions on topics such as opening bank accounts, using EBT cards at grocery stores, or using public transportation throughout Baltimore
- Assist with service documentation through case-notes and case file maintenance
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Per diem reimbursement at the rate of $15 per day to offset the costs of food and travel
- Reimbursement for mileage driven for approved activities
- University credit may be arranged
- IRC laptop for the duration of the internship
Requirements & Qualifications
- Prior experience and interest working with refugees and immigrants preferred
- Prior experience and interest in case management or social work preferred
- Ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced and global environment
- Flexible and reliable, with outstanding attention to detail
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and web-based applications (databases, Box)
- Fluency in English required
- Bilingual ability in one of the predominant languages of the local client base is desired
- Valid driver’s license, reliable access to a vehicle with current insurance, and the ability to travel regularly throughout Baltimore preferred
How to Apply
- Apply online at careers.rescue.org by 11:59 PM ET on Sunday, August 30th
- Applicants selected for interviews will be contacted to schedule interviews beginning August 2026
- Click the Apply button below to submit your application
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