Economic Empowerment Intern

Job Description

Economic Empowerment Intern | World Relief

The Tone:
This is an internship at World Relief, located in Upstate SC. World Relief is a global Christian humanitarian organization dedicated to boldly engaging the world’s greatest crises in partnership with the church. For 80 years, across 100 countries, the organization has partnered with local churches and communities to build a world where families thrive and communities flourish, focusing today on humanitarian response, community strengthening, and refugee & immigrant services. This role is crucial for providing hands-on support to refugees and immigrants, guiding them toward economic self-sufficiency and sustainable employment pathways. The intern will contribute meaningfully to the lives of resilient community members, assisting with vital workforce development and refugee resettlement services while gaining valuable, real-world experience in nonprofit program operations.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Part-time (30 hours/week), Unpaid. End Date: August 28, 2026.
• Location: In-person, Upstate SC
• Team: Supports Economic Empowerment Specialists.
• Mission: To walk alongside refugees and immigrants on their path toward economic self-sufficiency.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Client Employment Support: Assist staff with job readiness activities, including resume creation, application processes, and interview preparation, and support clients during their job search.
• Resource Connection & Retention: Connect clients to essential community resources that support job retention and long-term advancement pathways in the U.S. workforce.
• Program Coordination & Logistics: Prepare materials and provide logistical support for workshops, orientations, classes, and group sessions that prepare clients for new community adaptation.
• Data & Case Management: Help maintain accurate client records, files, and data entry in program systems, and assist with case management tasks and client communication under supervision.
• Employer Engagement & Administration: Support employer engagement activities, such as maintaining job leads and resource lists, and perform general administrative duties for program operations.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. Commitment to World Relief’s mission, vision, and values; strong cross-cultural competency and sensitivity to the experiences of refugees and immigrants.
• Experience: Ability to learn new databases and case management systems; demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Skills: Clear verbal and written communication skills, strong organizational abilities with keen attention to detail, and a compassionate, professional, and client-centered approach.
• Bonus: High school diploma or a bachelor’s degree in a related field, a valid driver’s license, and fluency in additional languages such as Spanish, Swahili, Rohingya, or Arabic.