About the role
Description Description: The Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants is seeking a motivated intern to support services for Haitian and Cuban families. The intern would work closely with our senior case manager to conduct outreach to the Haitian and Cuban communities and explain services to new and prospective clients. Fluency in Haitian Creole OR Spanish is required. Key Responsibilities
Conduct outreach with the Haitian and Cuban communities to connect families to CIRI services
Provide language support and interpretation
Review prospective clients’ eligibility for services
Support client intake and referrals, ensuring individuals are connected with appropriate case management and resources
Duration and Schedule:
This is an unpaid internship position requiring a commitment of 8-15 hours per week for a duration of one semester (August through December). The schedule is flexible and can be tailored to accommodate the intern's academic requirements.
Qualifications
Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Social Work, International Relations, Human Services, Communications, or a related field.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Experience/comfortable with public speaking
Ability to work with diverse populations in a culturally sensitive manner
Detail-oriented with good organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) preferred
Fluency in Haitian Creole OR Spanish is required
Experience with translation and interpretation is highly recommended