Community Wellness Intern

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 45 countries and 25 U.S. cities to restore safety, dignity and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm to home. Domestically, our 25 offices across the U.S. ensure new arrivals have food, shelter, and clothing, and work with refugees to help them gain self-sufficiency.

SCOPE OF WORK: The IRC Sacramento Community Wellness department provides culturally and linguistically appropriate psychosocial, mental health, and wellness programming to refugee and immigrant communities. Services include Health Coaching sessions, group wellness sessions, parenting workshops, newcomer support, and youth mental health promotion. The Community Wellness Intern will assist Community Wellness staff in the planning, outreach, implementation, and documentation of Community Wellness programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

General responsibilities could include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist with program logistics, outreach, and registration for Community Wellness group sessions;
• Support facilitators with virtual/in-person setup, participant tracking, and preparation of materials;
• Maintain accurate attendance records and assist with data entry and grant-required documentation;
• Participate in weekly team check-ins and provide administrative and logistical support as needed;
• Assist in collecting participant feedback and contribute to program evaluation and improvement;
• Create PowerPoint presentations for mental health and health promotion programs;
• Gather information about existing mental health resources in Sacramento City to support program referrals and resource navigation;
• Create trackers and support data management systems to improve program organization, reporting, and documentation;
• Other duties as assigned by the Community Wellness Supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a program in Public Health, Psychology, Social Work, Education, Public Policy, or related fields;
• Strong organizational and communication skills;
• Fluency in Dari, Pashto, Ukrainian, or Spanish is preferred;
• Technologically savvy; experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and Zoom required;
• Ability to design clear and engaging presentations;
• Positive attitude, proactive, and detail-oriented;
• Able to maintain confidentiality and follow IRC policies and procedures;
• Flexibility and willingness to support multiple Community Wellness activities.

Standard of Professional Conduct

The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.

TO APPLY: Complete an online application at https://x.gldn.io/e/AABWtXY9q0b. Please submit a cover letter (including desired position, availability and motivation for applying) and resume. You will be contacted for a virtual initial interview and next steps. All volunteer and internships are part-time, unpaid positions and require a background check.

If your school requires any documentation or agreement for a volunteer or internship position, please reach out to GetInvolvedIRCSacramento@rescue.org prior to the initial interview.