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New American City (NAC) Intern
Location:
Baltimore, MD
Description:
If you are passionate about transforming communities with a mission-driven organization, then we have the opportunity for you! Since 1939, Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS) has offered welcome and hope to refugees. LIRS has transformed lives with the support and hard work of people like you, to welcome the most vulnerable to the United States from sea to shining sea. We help people seeking safety from persecution in their home countries and reunite families torn apart by conflict. We resettle refugees. We protect vulnerable children who arrive alone in the United States. We advocate for compassion and justice for all migrants. Widely recognized for our expertise in implementing federal programs on behalf of refugees and migrants in the United States, conducts policy advocacy, and advances the protection and rights of vulnerable migrants. Headquartered in the beautiful Inner Harbor of downtown Baltimore we provide services nationwide through a network of staff and affiliates. Attracting and retaining the best talent is vital to our continued growth and we are proud to offer an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision available the first day of employment, professional development, tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off including 20 days of vacation, 12 days of sick leave, 12 paid holidays PLUS the week between Christmas and New Year's Day, 12 weeks of paid parental leave and up to 12 weeks of fully paid FMLA leave, company 403(b) contribution of 3%, an additional 7% match, Family Building benefits for reproductive procedures, adoption/foster care assistance, and an annual wellness benefit that can be customized to support your personal needs including funding enrichment classes, gym memberships, and healthy eating plans (to name a few) all in an inclusive and progressive environment! Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service is a champion for all uprooted people. Please join us as we make a difference in the lives of newcomers. LIRS aims to create New American Cities (NAC), inclusive communities that welcome refugees, not only to offer protection but also to embrace their potential contributions and long-term economic integration. New American Cities' public and private systems will celebrate the strength and potential of refugees. Above all, New American Cities will provide refugees with the hope that they came looking for when they first entered the US. Our Solution includes 1. Individualized career navigation services for refugees, 2. Connections to pathway builders, who forge relationships between refugees and employers, expose training opportunities, and aim to address systemic barriers to advancement; and 3. Coalitions and champions to challenge negative narratives about refugees and create opportunities for social connections at the workplace and in neighborhoods. Reporting to the Program Officer for Economic Empowerment, The New American City (NAC) Intern will work closely with the NAC team to support reaching NAC's annual goals of client enrollment and job placement numbers. The primary role of the intern will be to draft national resource guides, research and keep a record of national employers and training institutions interested in partnering with LIRS NAC and finally to create and develop the NAC program SOP (Standard Operating Procedure). DUTIES Support NAC staff by researching national employers and training institutions for program outreach Draft emails to send out to potential employers and training institutions and schedule meetings Support NAC staff in developing NAC's Career Advising mentorship program (drafting template emails, follow up with clients and mentors) Update the case management system regularly Attend monthly meetings with the national NAC team and note taking in internal and external meetings Coordinate meetings with sites for annual trainings and create resources for each training Create materials to support the expansion of the New American Cities program nationally. Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS Interest in gaining a better understanding of the US refugee resettlement process and different employment programs for refugees and immigrants Eager to learn how to navigate a client case management system Ability to and interest in researching a variety of career opportunities and training programs Ability to communicate via phone and email with program mentors and LIRS staff Desire to support the goals and mission and needs for the New American City program Ability to work well on a team in a diverse workplace. Skills/abilities in organization and utilizing Outlook Deep commitment to LIRS' core values and ability to model those values in relationships with colleagues and partners Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS) is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package in an innovative and rewarding work environment. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage effective on your first day of employment, 403(b) with company contribution and match, 20 days of vacation per year, tuition reimbursement, professional development and much more. Salaries are based on the latest market data and reflect the education, skills and requirements for the role. Differentials may exist based on the region and language abilities.
Company:
Lutheran Immigration And Refugee Service
Posted:
December 26 2023 on ApplicantPro
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