Project Rescue Intern

Description: Project Rescue provides comprehensive support services to victims of human trafficking and of other serious crimes. Survivors of human trafficking are eligible to receive benefits and victims who are not citizens or legal residents may qualify for immigration protection so that they and their families may remain in the U.S. and eventually apply for citizenship.  

As part of the Office for Victims of Crime program, the intern will assist in helping eligible individuals to access these benefits and services through comprehensive case management and legal advocacy.  

Location: The internship takes place in person at CIRI’s Bridgeport headquarters.  

Qualifications 

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Social Work, International Relations, Human Services, or a related field. 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to work with diverse populations in a culturally sensitive manner. 
• Detail-oriented with good organizational skills. 
• Fluency in Spanish preferred. 

Duration and Schedule: This is an unpaid internship position requiring a commitment of 10-15 hours per week for a duration of 4 months or one semester. The schedule is flexible and can be tailored to accommodate the intern's academic requirements.