Annual Tripartite Consultations on Resettlement Internship at Refugee Council USA

Refugee Council USA:

Refugee Council USA (RCUSA) is a coalition of 26 U.S. non-governmental organizations focused on refugee protection. RCUSA provides advocacy on issues affecting the rights of refugees, asylum seekers, displaced persons, victims of trafficking, and victims of torture in the United States and across the world. The coalition also serves as the principal consultative forum for the national refugee resettlement and processing agencies as they formulate common positions, conduct their relations with the U.S. government and other partners, and support and enhance refugee service standards.

Annual Tripartite Consultations on Resettlement (ATCR) Internship:

The ATCR Intern will assist the Associate Director and Director in researching and analyzing legislation and news pertaining to refugees, asylum-seekers, internally displaced persons, stateless persons, and other forcibly displaced populations in the US and worldwide. The main focus of the internship will be providing coordination, communication, logistics, and insight into the planning RCUSA will do for the ATCR in July 2011. As NGO Focal Point, RCUSA is responsible for coordinating all NGOs worldwide which work on resettlement.

The ATCR intern will also research and prepare briefs for staff and coalition members on specific populations, organizations, comparative country resettlement practices, and other issues which arise. Additionally, s/he may also plan events, assist in the coordination of meetings, attend Congressional hearings, and complete other tasks which support the work of the coalition.

Requirements:

Capable applicants will posses the following qualifications: strong knowledge of the U.S. political process, current political issues, and refugee policy; demonstrated interest in human rights and displaced population advocacy; excellent oral and written communication skills; excellent research skills; ability to work independently and as a member of a team; ability to handle several tasks at once and with short notice; ability to handle oneself in a professional manner with RCUSA member organizations, congressional and administrative staff; and a positive and collaborative working demeanor. Lastly, possessing a sense of humor, passion, and commitment to the work of RCUSA is vital.

Application Process: 

Interns are subject to the same standards as employees of Refugee Council USA. The application and interview process is conducted by the Associate Director. Interns will be expected to work a minimum of 24 hours per week, with a preference given to graduate students or those who can work more hours (never more than 40 hours per week).

Please send your resume, cover letter, writing sample of 3-5 pages on international protection issues, and 3 references to lmiller@rcusa.org.