Financial Capabilities Intern (Unpaid)

SCOPE OF WORK(INTERN):The Financial Capabilities internwillsupport the IRC in NJ'sFinancial Capabilitiesprogram.This program aims to increase the financial literacy of participants, provide them with financial coaching and access to low-interest loans. This program aims to empower participantsto becomeself-sufficient through classes that better help them maintain their finances.The Financial Coaching intern will support the program by providing financial coaching and counseling services to program participants while also coordinating monthly financial education workshops for all IRC clients.The intern will assist clients withlearning about U.S. financial institutions and systems, banking, credit, budgeting, taxes, and other financial literacy topics.Thisunpaid positionis open to current college students, graduate students, andpostgraduatestudents with course credit available.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide one-on-one financial coaching for clients

• Conduct budgets and financial surveys with clients

• Track client meetings and progress in a spreadsheet and through case noting on ETO software

• Communicate effectively in person and by phone

• Accompany clients to bank appointments

• Facilitate monthly literacy workshops for clients

• Adhere to IRC policies, particularly those related to confidentiality and client privacy

• Other related duties as assigned

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

• Internwill learn how to effectively managefinancialeducationaland coaching programs.
• Intern will learn how to provide direct services to immigrant populations across various backgrounds.
• Internwill learn how to effectively case note client meetings and progress using ETO software.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Available foraminimum of 15 hours per week

• The ideal candidates will have prior experience in the field of personal financial management, preferably in a counseling or coaching role.

• Basic proficiency indigital literacy

• High school degree required

• Ability to speak Spanish highly preferred, ability to speak Arabic, Dari/Pashto,Haitian Creole/French, or Swahilialso preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.