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Forward Program Intern

New American Pathways

Forward Program Intern

Atlanta, GA
Internship
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    GENERAL DESCRIPTION

    This position is intended to provide qualified interns with opportunities to learn through experience about operational aspects of New American Pathways’ Forward Program services. In this role, the intern will have opportunities to apply and refine his or her skills related to supporting our clients with financial literacy services, employment endeavors, career development, postsecondary education, and professional mentorship.

     

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    · Organizes and leads/facilitates workshops for clients on banking, credit, budgeting, etc.

    · Assists clients with opening their first checking accounts.

    · Assists in creation, advertisement, and facilitation of educational and vocational workshops.

    · Provides ongoing follow-up to support clients’ efforts toward self-sufficiency.

    · Provides outreach to new employers in collaboration with the department team.

    · Drafts emails, communications and correspondence.

    · Assists with administrative duties as necessary.

     

    SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

    · Ability to communicate easily with people of various ethnic and educational backgrounds in written and oral form

    · Strong organizational skills; the ability to multitask and maintain focus in a fast-paced environment

    · Sensitivity to cultural, ethnic and religious diversity

    · Must be comfortable working in a multicultural setting

    · Interest in working in a nonprofit organization, and interest in the refugee community.

    · Willingness to gain understanding of the basic refugee experience

    · Basic computer skills (MS Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

    · Knowledge of the college admissions process as an undergraduate or graduate student in USA preferred

    · Must have valid driver’s license and vehicle and/or consistent access to reliable transportation

  • Qualifications

    Qualifications null Additional Information

    TO APPLY:                                                                                                                  

    THIS IS A NON-PAID 4 MONTH INTERNSHIP. SEPTEMBER-DECEMBER. Interested candidates may submit their resume and cover letter.