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As of Jul 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for refugee internships in the United States is $48.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43.27 and $57.69 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are refugee internships?

Refugee internships are temporary work placements designed specifically for individuals who have refugee status or are seeking asylum. These internships provide refugees with valuable work experience, help them integrate into the local workforce, and improve their language and professional skills. Many organizations and companies offer such programs to support refugees' transition into their new communities and to promote diversity and inclusion. The internships often include mentorship, networking opportunities, and sometimes lead to permanent employment.

What is the difference between Refugee Internships vs Refugee Caseworker?

AspectRefugee InternshipsRefugee Caseworker
Required CredentialsTypically pursuing or holding a degree in social work, international relations, or related fieldsRelevant degree and often certification in social work or case management
Work EnvironmentInternship programs, non-profit organizations, NGOs, government agenciesFull-time roles in social service agencies, NGOs, or government offices
Employer & Industry UsageUsed for gaining experience, often temporary or volunteer-basedProfessional role with ongoing responsibilities in refugee support
Common Search & Comparison IntentYesYes

Refugee Internships are entry-level opportunities designed for students or early-career individuals to gain experience in refugee support. Refugee Caseworkers are professional staff responsible for case management and direct assistance. Internships often serve as a stepping stone toward becoming a caseworker, with similar credentials and work environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in refugee internship roles, and why are they important?

To thrive in a refugee internship, you generally need cultural sensitivity, strong communication skills, and a background or interest in social work, international development, or related fields. Familiarity with case management software, language translation tools, or data entry systems can be valuable, and some roles may require training in trauma-informed care. Empathy, adaptability, and cross-cultural teamwork are crucial soft skills for building trust and supporting vulnerable populations. These abilities ensure effective assistance, foster community integration, and enable the intern to navigate complex, evolving humanitarian environments.

What types of projects or tasks can I expect to work on during a refugee internship?

As a refugee intern, you may support a variety of projects, including assisting with case management, helping organize community outreach events, conducting research on local resources, and providing administrative support to program staff. Depending on the organization, you might also help with translation services, educational workshops, or mentoring newly arrived refugees. These responsibilities offer valuable hands-on experience in the nonprofit and humanitarian sector, and allow you to directly contribute to improving the lives of refugees in your community.
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Refugee Resettlement Intern (Fall 2026)

Theirc

Silver Spring, MD

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

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.

Scope of Work:Therefugee resettlement team supports refugees and other eligible humanitarian immigrants with theirinitialresettlement period in the United States. Before client arrival, the team coordinates arrivallogisticsfor an airport pick-up and prepares housing/furnishing. After arrival, the team provides a myriad of support services, including culturally orienting them to life in the U.S., connecting them to eligible benefits, and referring them to internal and external providers all with the goal of clients reaching economic self-sufficiency and social integration as quickly as possible. This position will report to acaseworkeror the casework supervisor.

Responsibilities:

  • Assistwith home set-ups before client arrival, including lifting, moving, unpacking, assembling, and transporting household supplies, furniture, and food.

  • Pick up clients from the airport, transport them home in personal vehicle, and provide them a new home orientation.

  • Support clients by completing applications for eligible public benefits, Medicaid, social security cards, and more.

  • Orient clients with the local public transit system via conducting bus orientations in the field.

  • Refer clients to external services including but not limited to English classes and medical screenings.

  • Conduct check-in calls and send messages to clients todeterminethe status of any unresolved service provision and provide guidance orassistancewith the support ofthe internsupervisor.

  • Research and build community resources to fill any gaps in services, as needed.

  • Recordclient interactionsand serviceprovisionin compliance withfunderrequirements by inputting data into Microsoft Excel and databases.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Learning Objectives:

  • Intern will learn how housing is secured and preparedfor newly arriving refugees.

  • Intern will gainprofessionalU.S. field-office experience interacting with and supporting refugee clients.

  • Intern willacquiredetailed knowledge of the programs and benefits available for clients during theirinitialresettlement period.

  • Intern will learn tracking and reporting requirementsper funder requirementsand how capturing this data improvesservice provision.

Qualifications

  • 24 to37.5 hoursper week (3 to 5 full-time days per week) in-person at the IRC office, and afour-monthcommitment

  • Valid driver's license and access to a personal, insured vehicle

  • Willing and able to transport, lift and move items as needed to set up homes and otherwise support new client arrivals. Lifting and carrying of items 50+ lbs., occasionally larger items such as furniture

  • Proficient digital literacy skills (e.g., MicrosoftExcel, Outlook, and Word) and the ability to learn new software and tasks

  • Organized and attentive to detail

  • Ability to work independently and multi-task

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

  • Interest in working in amulti-culturalenvironment

  • Knowledge of or interest in learning aboutclientbenefits and other community resources

  • Fluency in Dari, Haitian Creole, Pashto, or Spanish is a plus.

TO APPLY
Click Apply Now at the top of this page. Please attach a resume, cover letter, and a list of (at least) three references to your application. The deadline to apply is August 21st, 2026.

This position is for the Fall semester and requires a minimum commitment of 24 hours per week. Ability to work in-person (3 to 5 full-time days per week) at the Silver Spring office and at a minimum of 15 hours per week is required.

Fall 2026 interns are expected to begin their internship term by attending an in-person intern orientation on September 7th, 2026, from 9:15AM-3:30PM.
We currently offer internships during the following semesters:

Spring: January - May
Summer: June - August
Fall: September - December


Internships are typically posted 2-3 months prior to the anticipated start date.

Note: Internships with the IRC in Silver Spring are unpaid. Fall 2026 interns may be eligible for per diem reimbursement at the rate of $15/day to offset the costs of food and travel. For information on scholarship opportunities, contact your university or the IRC Silver Spring Community Engagement Coordinator Michalina Kulesza at michalina.kulesza@rescue.org.

*Candidates applying not enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program and outside of 12 months from graduation are welcome to apply.These candidates will be processed as volunteers.

To protect our clients, the IRC requires all selected applicants to complete background checks. We ask that you make a $30 donation to help us cover the associated costs. Currently, 87% of our funding goes directly to programming to support our clients, and your help to cover this cost will ensure that no funding is directed away from serving our clients. Instructions will be provided after you have been selected to intern or volunteer.

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS

All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.

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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.

Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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