Summer 2026 Anti-Trafficking Casework Intern - UNPAID

Company: International Rescue Committee
Location: Miami
Posted on: April 1, 2026

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. BACKGROUND: The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. At work in over 40 countries and 28 U.S. cities to restore safety, dignity and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm to home. The IRC office in Miami has been serving the community since the 1960s. Over the decades, IRC in Miami has provided critical support to refugees, asylees, survivors of human trafficking, unaccompanied minors, immigrant youth and their families. SCOPE OF ANTI-TRAFFICKING CASEWORK INTERN WORK: The Anti-Trafficking Casework Intern will assist the Anti-Trafficking team in providing services to survivors of all forms of human trafficking. The Anti-Trafficking Casework Intern will identify and provide community resources to clients that improve self-sufficiency. The Anti-Trafficking Casework Intern will also assist with community awareness and outreach efforts. Travel within the Miami-Dade region may be . The hours for this position are flexible; however, will primarily be between 9AM and 5PM on weekdays, with occasional weekend activities. Please note that all internship positions are unpaid. Accepting candidates based in South Florida only. LEARNING OBJECTIVES: The intern will gain knowledge of solution-oriented, strengths-based care coordination for survivors of human trafficking. The intern will develop skills in trauma-informed, client-centered care. The intern will develop skills in mapping community assets and resources. The intern will develop skills in client empowerment and advocacy. RESPONSIBILITIES: The Anti-Trafficking Casework Intern will assist the Anti-Trafficking Casework team with the following tasks: Assist program coordinator with client intake services, including but not limited to, needs assessments, safety planning and service planning Provide direct services to clients and, if applicable, their families, including but not limited to, enrolling individuals in public benefits and making referrals to community partners Assist with research on local community resources Assist with outreach to local organizations to help establish partnerships within the community Carry out administrative duties including data entry, filing, and labeling Assist with managing client case notes and files Communicate case statuses and client concerns to supervisor, coordinate service plans with supervisor QUALIFICATIONS: Excellent communication and writing skills Organized with attention to detail Able to work independently and under pressure An interest in international issues Strong desire and enthusiasm to help people Computer literacy – preferably with PC systems Access to internet Valid driver’s license, reliable access to an insured vehicle. REQUIREMENTS: Must pass a background check Must be at least 18 years old Minimum commitment of 15 hours per week for a minimum of 3 consecutive months. Submit intern hours on volunteer dashboard This will be an in-person role. The internship will be filled on a rolling basis. We will continue to accept applications until April 10 th , 2026, or until the position is filled, whichever occurs first. Internship will begin the week of May 11 th , 2026. This position will report to the Anti-Trafficking Program Supervisor. 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. Cookies: https://careers.rescue.org/us/en/cookiesettings 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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