INTERNSHIPS
REFUGEE SERVICES OF TEXAS OFFERS SEMESTER AND SUMMER INTERNSHIPS. INTERNS MUST BE SENSITIVE TO CULTURAL AND LINGUISTIC DIFFERENCES OF CLIENTS AND BE AWARE OF THE PROPER BOUNDARIES FOR INTERACTION. SCHOOL CREDIT AVAILABLE WITH QUALIFYING UNIVERSITIES BUT STUDENT STATUS NOT REQUIRED, NO STIPENDS OFFERED, MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT POSSIBLE.
AMARILLO
ADVOCACY INTERN
RST seeks an Advocacy Intern to advance the organization's local grassroots advocacy efforts to support the clients we serve in the community. The Advocacy Intern is responsible for promoting local advocacy in the service center. Click here to read more!
AUSTIN
ASYLUM SEEKERS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ASAP) INTERNSHIP(S): ACCEPTING FALL 2021 APPLICATIONS
RST is seeking Undergraduate and/or Master's-Level interns to support the ASAP Program. Duties include assisting asylum seekers in identifying and securing assistance with: affordable housing, ESL classes, health insurance, and more. Duties also include program evaluation and development. Interns will gain professional experience, an understanding of the U.S. Refugee Program, and the various domestic and international policies influencing refugee resettlement. Click here to read more.
EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM INTERNSHIP(S): ACCEPTING FALL 2021 APPLICATIONS
RST is seeking Undergraduate and/or Master's-Level Interns to assist with their Employment Program. The internship requires a minimum of 16 hours a week for one full semester, depending on time/educational requirements. Internship duties consist of assisting newly-arrived individuals with job development, job search, applying for jobs, going to job interviews, or other services related to helping clients find employment and attain self-sufficiency in the United States. Click here to read more.
CASH AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM INTERNSHIP(S): ACCEPTING FALL 2021 APPLICATIONS
RST is seeking Undergraduate and/or Master's-Level Interns to assist with their Cash and Medical Assistance (CMA) Program. The CMA internship will be project-based, both allowing the intern to utilize computer skills, and gain an understanding of the U.S. Refugee Program and the various domestic and international policies influencing refugee resettlement. Click here to read more.
SURVIVORS OF TRAFFICKING EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM (STEP) INTERNSHIP(S): ACCEPTING SUMMER + FALL 2021 APPLICATIONS
The Survivors of Trafficking Empowerment Program (STEP) Intern will help support case managers with their day-to-day duties. This may include transportation of clients to appointments and community resources, data entry and file preparation, conduct and assist with HT101 trainings and more! Click here to read more.
VOLUNTEER PROGRAM INTERN(S): ACCEPTING SUMMER + FALL 2021 APPLICATIONS
Open to both students and members of the community who are wanting to learn about the nonprofit world, volunteer and event management, and working cross-culturally. Click here to read more.
MATCH GRANT PROGRAM INTERN(S): ACCEPTING SUMMER + FALL 2021 APPLICATIONS
The Match Grant (MG) Intern will be working closely with the Match Grant Coordinator and programs team for verification of client eligibility and compliance along with program evaluation and development, creating end-of-month reports for the MG Program as well as administrative assistance in running a social-services organization. Click here to read more.
DALLAS
MIGRANT WELLNESS PROGRAM INTERNSHIP
RST seeks an intern for the Migrant Wellness Program in Dallas OR Houston who will help to manage and itemize in-kind donations from the community and guarantee efficient, documented distribution to clients, support Licensed Clinicians with tasks for vulnerable populations, create and facilitate client workshops and support clinicians with their day-to-day duties. Click here to learn more.
FAITH COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT INTERNSHIP
The intern will engage with the faith community to engage faith members in community and resource mobilization, send out weekly newsletters to volunteers and other community members, and introduce different faith groups to RST’s mission and work, including but not limited to local and regional churches, mosques, synagogues, temples and faith orientated organizations. Click here to learn more.
IMMIGRATION LEGAL SERVICES INTERNSHIP
RST seeks an intern for the Immigration Legal Services Program in Dallas who can commit at least 15 hours per week to assist the program. This is a perfect opportunity to gain insight into the legal field of immigration. Click here to learn more.
EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM INTERNSHIP
Internship duties consist of assisting newly arrived individuals with social services, cultural orientation, job development, and community integration. Intern may assist clients in applying for jobs, going to job interviews, or other services related to helping refugee clients find employment and attain self-sufficiency in the United States. Click here to learn more.
REFUGEE CASH ASSISTANCE INTERNSHIP
Refugee Services of Texas in Dallas is seeking an organized and culturally sensitive intern to join its dynamic team either part-time or full-time in its Dallas office. A Refugee Cash Assistance (RCA) intern works with clients who have been in the U.S. for less than eight months and are eligible to receive cash assistance. It is a great opportunity for anyone interested in working with foreign populations or financial systems. This position supports and works closely with the RCA Coordinator. Click here to read more.
ADULT EDUCATION ORIENTATION INTERNSHIP
Assist with Cultural Orientation workshops and English as a Second Language classes. Our CO Workshops provide refugees with an opportunity to learn about life in America, what to expect, and to also meet with other refugees experiencing the ups and downs of refugee resettlement. For ESL, interns will help conduct literacy assessments and assist with house calls to students. Click here to read more.
CASE AID
The Dallas office is looking to work with a group of Case Aid Interns interested in learning about the United States Reception and Placement program and having an opportunity to directly work with and enhance our local resettlement program. Click here to learn more.
VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR INTERNSHIP
Learn the tools of effective volunteer management as a Volunteer Coordination Intern. Interns will help plan events, come up with new opportunities for volunteers, give presentations, and track donations. Professionalism, organization, and communication skills are a must. Click here to read more.
SOCIAL ADJUSTMENT SERVICES INTERNSHIP
Interns will work closely with Social Adjustment Services Case Managers to ensure clients have access to medical services and care. Communicate with city and state agencies to coordinate housing and medical services, provide transportation, and help mentor a family or individual. Strong candidates will be organized, able to work with little supervision, and have a desire to work with different cultures. Click here to read more.
CULTURAL ORIENTATION INTERN
This position is open to students who are willing to lead in a continued effort to orientate refugees so that they may become self-sufficient and integrate successfully into their new community. As the cultural orientation intern, the student will develop and coordinate cultural orientations according to client needs, develop learning opportunities, and ensure the continued success of program and the clients. Click here to read more.
FORT WORTH
SURVIVORS OF TRAFFICKING EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM (STEP) CASE AIDE INTERN
RST is seeking Undergraduate and Master’s-Level Interns to assist with their Survivors of Trafficking Empowerment Program. Internship duties consist of assisting survivors of trafficking with social services, cultural orientations, and community integration. Click here to read more.
EDUCATION PROGRAM INTERN
RST is seeking Undergraduate and Master’s-Level Interns to assist with their refugee English as a Second Language program. Internship duties consist of assisting newly-arrived individuals with addressing barriers to ESL attendance, helping with curriculum, and community integration. Click here to read more.
CASE AIDE INTERN
RST is seeking Undergraduate and Master’s-Level Interns to assist with their refugee Social Adjustment Services and Preferred Communities Programs. Intern may assist clients in scheduling transportation to health appointments, following up with medical providers, or other services related to helping refugee clients understand health and attain self-sufficiency in the United States. Click here to read more.
PUBLIC HEALTH INTERN
RST is seeking Undergraduate and Master’s-Level Interns to assist with their refugee Social Adjustment Services and Preferred Communities Programs. Internship duties consist of assisting newly-arrived individuals with social services, extended cultural orientations, management of chronic health issues, and community integration. Click here to read more.
EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM INTERN
The Employment Program Intern will assist newly-arrived individuals with social services, cultural orientation, job development, and community integration. Intern may assist clients in applying for jobs, going to job interviews, or other services related to helping refugee clients find employment and attain self-sufficiency in the United States. Click here to read more.
HOUSTON
MIGRANT WELLNESS PROGRAM INTERNSHIP
RST seeks an intern for the Migrant Wellness Program in Dallas OR Houston who will help to manage and itemize in-kind donations from the community and guarantee efficient, documented distribution to clients, support Licensed Clinicians with tasks for vulnerable populations, create and facilitate client workshops and support clinicians with their day-to-day duties. Click here to learn more.
SURVIVORS OF TRAFFICKING EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM (STEP) INTERNSHIP(S): Spring 2021/Fall 2021
The Survivors of Trafficking Empowerment Program (STEP) is seeking 1-2 interns who will help support case managers with their day-to-day duties. This may include transportation of clients to appointments and community resources, data entry and file preparation, conduct and assist with HT101 trainings and more! Click here to read more.
SUPPORT SPECIALIST: Spring 2021/Fall 2021
Our Houston office couldn't operate without a support specialist to work with the vulnerable populations that make up the families we serve! Interns will learn more about the populations RST serves, community resources and our programs! This internship is available for both full and part time. Click here to read more.
CASE MANAGEMENT: Spring 2021/Fall 2021
The Houston office is looking to work with interns for its Social Adjustment Services Program and Resettlement Program. Interns will learn about community resources, creating a service plan and providing case management to a diverse group of clients. This internship is available for both full and part time. Click here to read more.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: Spring 2021/Fall 2021
The Houston office is looking for an intern(s) to work closely with the Houston Community Engagement Coordinator. Interns will coordinate clients and volunteers for the Mentor Program and assist with community presentations. This internship is available for both full and part time. Click here to read more.
UNACCOMPANIED MINOR: Spring 2021/Fall 2021
The Unaccompanied Minor Intern will support Case Managers and develop new volunteer activities and events to benefit the Unaccompanied Children Program. Spanish is a requirement. This internship is available for both full and part time. Click here to read more.
VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT: Spring 2021/Fall 2021
The Houston office is recruiting a Volunteer Management Intern. RST has a variety of volunteer initiatives that help to welcome refugees. This internship will assist with volunteer appreciation events, volunteer orientation, and placement. This internship is available for both full and part time. Click here to read more.
Not looking for an internship? Check out RST’s full time, part time and contract positions we currently have available at all locations!
