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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 26 U.S. cities to restore safety, dignity and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm
to home. The IRC in Atlanta office was established in 1979 and has resettled over 27,000 refugees
from 50 countries into the Greater Atlanta area. As the largest refugee resettlement agency in
Georgia, the IRC in Atlanta resettles an average of 1,000 refugees into Georgia annually and
provides additional services and assistance to another 2,500 refugees and asylees.
SCOPE OF NEW ROOTS INTERN WORK:
The New Roots program intern reports directly to the New Roots Program Coordinator and supports efforts under the IRC's New Roots program. New Roots focuses on bringing refugees together to build connections with their new homes through nutrition, healthy lifestyles, and community gardening. The New Roots intern will provide support for our Youth Food Justice program. The Youth Food Justice program includes, a youth internship program at Clarkston High School, a garden club, and classes on nutrition and healthy eating throughout the community.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Assist with development and implementation of educational programs for Youth Food Justice program at Clarkston High School and other Clarkston-area schools;
* Support Youth Food Justice internship program for refugee high schoolers;
* Assist with program data collection and implementation.
* Perform routine outdoor garden maintenance as well as administrative duties;
* Assist in grant research and writing for local funding opportunities
REQUIREMENTS:
* Be located locally and available for in-person and remote (hybrid) work;
* Interest or experience in education, especially with high-school-aged youth;
* Strong interest in working with international clients and excellent spoken and written
communication skills;
* Ability to work independently and take initiative;
* Basic experience in gardening and ability to lift up to 50 pounds strongly preferred;
* Proven ability to work with consideration and respect for cross-cultural differences;
* A clean driving record and reliable vehicle.
HOURS:
* Interns must be able to work at least 15 hours a week
* Internship is from May to July
* Some weekend and/or evening hours will be require
Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.