Internships
Join an International Institute program for a semester. Work alongside staff providing a variety of day-to-day administrative and program services, which help integrate newcomers and build a more welcoming St. Louis.
Internships are available in a variety of service areas, including education, client services, employment, economic development, and social work. Gain real life experience working in an international environment, while earning credit towards your degree, testing out a new career path, or just having fun!
Our internships are competitive and postings are subject to change at any time.
Once you have selected an internship, please apply by emailing your resume and cover letter to John Worth at worthj@iistl.org. Be sure to indicate which position(s) you are interested in.
Start Date: August 17th, 2023 (End of August)
Objective: Assist Citizenship Project Specialist in meeting educational needs of clients who require intensive literacy instruction, and provide administrative support for Special and ESOL Programs
Department: Education Services / Talent & Advocacy Division
Volunteer Supervisor: Amy Puskas, Education Program Manager
Location: On site—Institute building
Time commitment: 2 days/week (Thursdays & Fridays). Minimum of 10 hours/week between the hours of 8:30 am – 1:30 pm. Minimum of 10 weeks duration (minimum of 100 hrs total).
Responsibilities:
- Tutor Beginning level refugees and immigrants in the Citizenship programs
- Assist in organizing and conducting mock citizenship interviews and English assessments
- Assist in daily assessment and preparation of client work and communication with clients
- Substitute teach in the Citizenship programs as needed
- Assist with record keeping and assessments for Special and ESOL programs
- Assist in creation of Special Programs materials as requested
Qualifications:
- Native speaker proficiency in English
- Detail-oriented
- Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work well with others as well as independently
- Dependable and punctual
- Cultural sensitivity and flexibility essential
- Strong preference for at least one year of college toward a degree in Education, English, International Studies, Linguistics, Foreign Language or like field of study
Training Requirements:
One new volunteer orientation (departmental)
Periodic volunteer training workshops
Instilifications:tute volunteer orientation (IISTL)
On-the-job training
Benefits to Volunteer:
Authentic work experience in office and classroom environments in a nationally recognized not-for-profit
Interaction with diverse populations
Make a significant contribution to the day-to-day operations and strategic goals of the department
Please apply for this internship by emailing a 1) cover letter, 2) resume
Put “ESOL/Citizenship Program Morning” in the subject line. Email to: Worthj@iistl.org
Target Start Date: Aug 14th, 2023/End of August
Objective: Assist Citizenship Project Specialist in meeting educational needs of clients who require intensive literacy instruction, and provide administrative support for Special and ESOL Programs
Department: Education Services / Talent & Advocacy Division
Volunteer Supervisor: Amy Puskas, Education Program Manager
Location: On site—Institute building
Time commitment: 3 days/week (Monday-Wednesday). Minimum of 10.5 hours/week between the hours of M & Tu 5:00-8:30 p.m., Wed 12:30-4:00 p.m. Minimum of 10 weeks duration (minimum of 100 hrs total).
Responsibilities:
- Tutor Beginning / Intermediate refugees and immigrants in the Citizenship programs
- Assist in organizing and conducting mock citizenship interviews and English assessments
- Assist in daily assessment and preparation of client work and communication with clients
- Substitute teach in the Citizenship programs as needed
- Assist with record keeping and assessments for Special and ESOL programs
- Assist in creation of Special Programs materials as requested
Qualifications:
- Native speaker proficiency in English
- Detail-oriented
- Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work well with others as well as independently
- Dependable and punctual
- Cultural sensitivity and flexibility essential
- Strong preference for at least one year of college toward a degree in Education, English, International Studies, Linguistics, Foreign Language or like field of study
Training Requirements:
One new volunteer orientation (departmental)
Periodic volunteer training workshops
Institute volunteer orientation (IISTL)
On-the-job training
Benefits to Volunteer:
Authentic work experience in office and classroom environments in a nationally recognized not-for-profit
Interaction with diverse populations
Make a significant contribution to the day-to-day operations and strategic goals of the department
Please apply for this internship by emailing a 1) cover letter, 2) resume
Put “ESOL/Citizenship Program Evening” in the subject line. Email to: Worthj@iistl.org
Start Date: Aug2023/ Sept2023
End Date: Nov 2023 / Dec 2023
Description: This position will work with a highly driven team to mobilize community support towards achieving the International Institute’s mission. The intern will manage a number of community engagement programming projects including providing tours, outreach, and speaking engagements including but not limited to:
- Manage teams of volunteers
- Communicate with supporters via phone, email, and in-person
- Conduct outreach at various community events
- Assist with community events
- Give presentations about the International Institute to community groups
Skills needed:
- Excellent communication skills, especially via email and phone.
- Enjoy working with people
Ability to use Excel, Word, and PowerPoint - Mathematical skills to manage inventory
- Organization skills
- Cross cultural communication skills and foreign language skills exceedingly helpful
Majors: business, nonprofit management, communication, foreign languages, etc.
Schedule:
- Hybrid opportunity
- There is the opportunity to be trained in giving introductory presentations to community groups; presentation times/days would vary and may include evening and/or weekend hours. Weekday hours would be adjusted.
- This position will work approximately 10-15 hours/week and can be adjusted for academic credit
When submitting your application:
- This position is unpaid; however, it will provide a phenomenal training opportunity for a student interested in learning about nonprofit management. Applicants are encouraged to come to interviews prepared with items they want to learn more about.
- Please apply for this internship by emailing a 1) cover letter, 2) resume, and 3) answers to the following questions to this email address. Put “Community Engagement Intern” in the subject line. Email to: Worthj@iistl.org
#1. If you were in charge of organizing a large donation drive, how would you stay organized?
#2. Look on our website to find our new mission statement. What about our mission inspires you?
Department: Education
Volunteer Supervisor: Katherine Schoeberle, Teen Program Coordinator
Location: International Institute of St. Louis (3401 Arsenal St., St. Louis, MO 63118)
Objective: The International Institute of St. Louis has an immediate opening for a Teen Program Intern to work in conjunction with the Teen Program Coordinator to successfully manage its Teen Summer Learning and Youth Mentoring Programs that serve immigrant and refugee youth. The person in this unpaid internship position will work on the campus of the International Institute of St. Louis.
Time commitment:
- January – May 2023 (specific dates are flexible)
- Hours to include at least 3:00 - 6:00 PM, Monday – Thursday and occasional weekends or evenings for group events (flexibility to meet class or service hour requirements).
Responsibilities:
After School Program for Immigrant High School Students:
- Chaperoning students to/from local
high school - Creating and organizing After
School Program materials - Conducting volunteer tutor trainings
- Recruiting and enrolling students
- Conducting student pre/post assessments
- Tutoring and leading recreational
activities
Refugee Youth Mentoring Program:
• Recruiting and enrolling mentees
• Recruiting and training volunteer mentors
• Planning group events
• Chaperoning group events
• Entering information into IISTL client database
Qualifications:
- Experience working with youth ages 15-24 and/or foreign-born persons preferred
- Must possess strong writing and communication skills with attention to details
- Ability to speak, read, and write English well
- Cultural sensitivity and flexibility
- Be willing to adhere to all agency/program policies and procedures
- Dependability and punctuality
Benefits to Volunteer: Beyond the items listed below, the International Institute’s diverse programs and
services for immigrants, their families, and the community are locally and nationally acclaimed. The Institute
strives to be recognized by not only offering excellent services but also by creating a welcoming and inclusive
community.
• Off all holidays and Spring Break
• Exposure to the inner workings of a highly acclaimed nonprofit agency
• Depending on university, experience could be used to receive academic credit.
If interested, please send a cover letter and resume to Teen Programs Coordinator,
Katherine Schoeberle, at schoeberlek@iistl.org by December 31, 2023.
Interviews will be conducted via phone, in-person, and/or Zoom.
Eligibility: MSW Spring/Summer/Fall Semesters
Objective: To help build capacity of the Anti-Human Trafficking program and the Human Trafficking Task Force of Eastern Missouri.
Supervisor: Veronica Durdello/Ariel Burgess
Location: International Institute of St. Louis – 3401 Arsenal Street, St. Louis MO 63118
Commitment: Minimum of 16 hours/week and minimum 240 hours, 9-5 p.m. Monday - Friday
Responsibilities:
The practicum student will work in the Anti-Human Trafficking Program to help build programmatic capacity in areas such as resource and educational material development, research of best practices, event planning, and program outreach development.
Qualifications:
- Flexibility in adapting to program needs.
- Regularly scheduled days of service, and reliable attendance.
- Students who speak another language not required but a plus.
- Having a car with valid insurance and identification
- Enrolled in MSW program
Training Requirements:
- New volunteer orientation
- Human Trafficking (on-the-job training)
To apply, send copy of résumé and cover letter referencing Anti-Trafficking Social Work Practicum to: John Worth @ (Worthj@iistl.org)
Start Date: August 15th, 2023 (End of August)
Objective: Provide classroom, administrative, and project support for Education Service programs and clients.
Department: Education Services
Volunteer Supervisor: Amy Puskas, Education Program Manager
Location: On site—Institute building
Time commitment: 3 days/week (Tues-Thurs). Minimum of 10 hours/week between the hours of 8:30 am – 12:30 pm. (May add hours 1:30 to 1:30pm as desired) Minimum of 10 weeks duration.
Responsibilities:
· Tutor non-literate refugees and immigrants in the Literacy program
· Assist in Core and Citizenship class instruction
· Assist with data collection and record keeping for morning Core Programs, Special Programs, and for other programs as needed
· Work on Core Program and Special Programs projects
· Assist in assessment and/or preparation of client work
Qualifications:
· Native speaker proficiency in English
· Detail-oriented
· Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
· Ability to work well with others as well as independently
· Dependable and punctual
· Cultural sensitivity and flexibility essential
Training Requirements:
Agency volunteer orientation
Departmental volunteer orientation
Periodic volunteer training workshops
On-the-job training
Benefits to Volunteer:
Authentic work experience in office and classroom environments in a nationally recognized not-for-profit
Interaction with diverse populations
Make a significant contribution to the day-to-day operations and strategic goals of the department
Please apply for this internship by emailing a 1) cover letter, 2) resume
Put “ESOL/Citizenship Program Morning” in the subject line. Email to: Worthj@iistl.org
Eligibility: Undergrad/Graduate Student/Recent College Graduate
Supervisor: Nadya Kanim
Location: International Institute of St. Louis – 3401 Arsenal Street, St. Louis MO 63118
Target start date: August-September
Anticipated end date: December-January
Commitment: 10-15 hours/week standard business hours, Monday - Friday
Responsibilities:
- Do promotion for the Asset program to invite clients, including outreach, preparing marketing materials (such as flyers), to reach the widest range of the clients who would be benefited from this program.
- Do orientation about the program to the potential clients.
- Check eligibility of the clients to enroll in the program.
- Enroll & sign up interested & eligible clients in the program.
- Assist the clients to open Asset Saving Bank account with the related bank, including coordination with the bank to follow up the clients’ savings.
- Coordinate with the program owner (United Way) with all related issues to the program.
- Manage the clients profiles on Vistashare, with all required reporting for the clients’ activities and updates.
- Report all enrolled clients activities and progress in VistaShare.
- Create folders for clients documents and save them on IICDC SharePoint.
- Respond to the clients’ inquiries and provide required assistance.
- Provide one on one sessions to the clients to check their progress and assist them to reach their saving goal and meet the program requirements.
- Assure accurate and up to date documentation of the program activities, reports, and updates, in hard copies on files & in the systems (IICDC SharePoint & Vistashare)
- Organize and manage the Asset program literacy classes, including coordination with the providers & invite clients to the classes and report their attendance.
- Follow up the clients progress towards their Asset program saving goal and meeting the program requirements.
- Do the closing for the enrolled clients’ participation in the program after they are meeting the program goals (Or withdraw if they decide during the program) & assure meeting all the program closing requirements and assist the enrolled clients to withdraw their saving and the program match from their bank account, after assuring they met the program requirements to receive the saving and matching amount.
- All the above points should be associated with the proper, up to date, and organized documentation for the program data.
- Other duties related to the Asset program assigned by the IICDC management.
To apply, send copy of resume and cover letter referencing Collection Care to: John Worth (worthj@iistl.org)
Target Start date: September (Fall/Winter 2023 & Spring 2024 opportunities available - This is a rolling supportive role)
(Internships can be extended if desired)
Time commitment: 3-5hours/week
Description:
- Provide documentation support and file reviews for Workforce Solutions programs
- Aide in the coordination of employment supportive services, ie connection to Job Readiness Class, Job Interview Class, Job Search Meeting, etc.
- Provide supportive case management services to clients who are enrolled in Workforce Solutions programs, utilizing a client-centered approach
- Support Workforce Solutions clients to overcome barriers to gaining employment such as: understand how to navigate public transportation options, connecting to childcare, ESOL, etc.
- Assist Workforce Solutions Team with the job referral process as needed
- Support Employment Caseworkers in Job Readiness Class and Job Interview Class
Responsibilities:
- Maintain strict confidentiality of all client records and information
- Provide detailed daily case notes and documentation in client databases
- Other duties and tasks, as assigned
- Engage in other IISTL activities and events, as needed
Necessary Skills/Qualifications:
- Proficiency using web-based client database programs and Microsoft Office
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
- Well organized and detail orientated
- Work experience in a culturally diverse and fast-paced environment
- Flexibility and able to maintain composure and professionalism in times of stress, able to empathize with individuals of other backgrounds and experiences
Benefits to Intern:
- Valuable experience in working with foreign born individuals and families, most of whom are Limited English Proficient
- Gain an understanding of the refugee experience and challenges they face in the US
- Case management training
If interested, please send a cover letter and resume to Anna Hall, at halla@iistl.org. Interviews will be conducted via phone, in-person, and/or Zoom.
Eligibility: Undergrad/Graduate Student/Recent College Graduate
Staff Supervisor: TBD
Target start date: ASAP
Anticipated end date: TBD
Weekly time commitment/schedule: 15 hours/week
Job description:
This volunteer internship will support development efforts by conducting research into potential donors, organizational partners, and grant opportunities. As the International Institute builds upon its 103-year history welcoming immigrants and refugees to the St. Louis region, it is embarking on numerous new initiatives to expand its reach and strengthen the St. Louis as a community where all residents have the opportunity to thrive. This intern will play a crucial role in supporting the Institute’s outreach and relationships with external partners by completing prospecting research and preparing members of the corporate team, including the President and CEO, to meet with community stakeholders who may be interested in contributing to the Institute’s mission and vision.
Responsibilities:
- Consolidate information on current organizational partners and major donors to the IISTL.
- Maintain and update accurate records of partner and donor relationships in Salesforce CRM (customer relationship management) platform.
- Work collaboratively with members of the Corporate team, including but not limited to President & CEO, Chief Development Officer, and Director of Community Engagement, to strengthen relationships with current stakeholders and partners and investigate and form relationships with new ones.
- Research potential organizations, companies, and foundations that may be interested in contributing to IISTL initiatives and make recommendations on individuals to be approached; introductions to be made; and reasons they may be interested in forming mutually beneficial partnerships with the IISTL.
- Investigate potential sources of grant funding for which the IISTL may be eligible and support the writing and submission of applications.
- Assist with other tasks as necessary.
Necessary skills/qualifications:
- College or graduate student or recent graduate with an interest in nonprofit work, development and fundraising, and/or immigration and refugee support.
- Strong written, verbal, and organizational skills.
- Strong internet research skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills interacting with staff, members, and donors.
- Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.
- Ability to work independently, multi-task, and manage multiple simultaneous projects.
- Ability to summarize information clearly and succinctly.
- Proficiency Microsoft Office suite.
- Experience with and/or ability to learn data entry/customer relationship management software.
Benefits and training intern can expect to receive:
- Gain experience working with CRM software in a nonprofit setting.
- On-the-job experience in development and fundraising activities, including donor outreach and grant writing.
- Strengthen interpersonal and communication skills with internal corporate staff and external community stakeholders.
- Experience working in a very diverse environment as part of a multicultural staff.
- Opportunity to significantly impact success of International Institute initiatives.
- Opportunity to earn academic credit (to be arranged by intern with their school/program)
To apply, send copy of resume and cover letter referencing Development Support to: John Worth (worthj@iistl.org)
Eligibility: Enrolled in college or recent grad
Objective: To help build capacity of the Anti-Human Trafficking program and the Human Trafficking Task Force of Eastern Missouri.
Supervisor: Emily Rathjen
Location: International Institute of St. Louis – 3401 Arsenal Street, St. Louis MO 63118
Commitment: Minimum of 10 hours/week and minimum 240 hours, work time flexible Monday - Friday. Hybrid options available.
Responsibilities:
The intern will work in the Anti-Human Trafficking Program to help build programmatic capacity in areas such as resource and educational material development, research of best practices, event planning, and program and outreach material development.
Qualifications:
- Flexibility in adapting to program needs.
- Regularly scheduled days of service, and reliable attendance.
- Students who speak another language not required but a plus.
- Having a car with valid insurance and identification.
Training Requirements:
-
- New volunteer orientation
- Human Trafficking (on-the-job training)
To apply, send copy of résumé and cover letter referencing Anti-Trafficking Social Work Internship to: John Worth @ (Worthj@iistl.org)
Target start date: September 1, 2023/January 16, 2024
Anticipated end date: December 12, 2023/May 10, 2024
Location:
Commitment: 10-15 hours per week, more possible if required of degree program
Internship Responsibilities:
- This position will work with one or more programs administered by Missouri Office of Refugee Administration. The intern will help assist with Quality Assurance as follows:· Become familiar with use of a case management database system· Learn how to create reports based on a set of parameters (does not require programming skills)· Analyze reports for compliance with subcontracts· Assist team leads in presenting data to various subcontractors and stakeholders· Provide technical assistance to resettlement agencies to assist in meeting subcontract requirements
Qualifications:
· Excellent communication skills, including email and phone
· Ability to use Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Zoom
· Organizational Skills
· Attention to detail
Majors: business, nonprofit management, social work
Benefits:
Beyond the items listed below, the International Institute’s diverse programs and services for immigrants, their families, and the community are locally and nationally acclaimed. The Institute strives to be recognized by not only offering excellent services but also by creating a welcoming and inclusive community.
· Understanding of eligibility criteria for refugee programs
· Federal policy review process
· Case management system reporting
To apply, send copy of resume and cover letter referencing Quality Assurance Intern to: John Worth (worthj@iistl.org)
Target start date: September 1, 2023/January 16, 2024
Anticipated end date: December 12, 2023/May 10, 2024
Location: Remote (In Person Event Opportunities)
Commitment: 10-15 hours per week, more possible if required of degree program
Internship Responsibilities:
- This position will work the Remote ELL program administered by Missouri Office of Refugee Administration. The intern will help assist the ELL Regional Coordinator as follows:· Help set up and train volunteers in Remote ELL program requirements· Learn the Burlington English program used to provide services and ELL learning opportunities for clients· Analyze reports, such as attendance, scores, and other data, to assist in determining program performance· Assist team leads in presenting data to various subcontractors and stakeholders· Provide technical assistance to resettlement agencies to assist in meeting subcontract requirement· Maintain client confidentiality· Learning Federal, state and agency policy· Learning various ELL training tools
Qualifications:
· Excellent communication skills, including email and phone
· Ability to use Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Zoom
· Organizational Skills
· Attention to detail
Majors: education, nonprofit management, social work
Benefits:
Beyond the items listed below, the International Institute’s diverse programs and services for immigrants, their families, and the community are locally and nationally acclaimed. The Institute strives to be recognized by not only offering excellent services but also by creating a welcoming and inclusive community.
· Understanding of eligibility criteria for refugee programs
· Federal policy review process
· Case management system reporting
· Use of on-line ELL programs
To apply, send copy of resume and cover letter referencing Remote ELL Intern to: John Worth (worthj@iistl.org)