Women for Afghan Women (WAW) is a grassroots, civil society organization dedicated to securing and protecting the rights of disenfranchised Afghan women and girls in Afghanistan and New York, particularly their rights to develop their individual potential, to self-determination, and to be represented in all areas of life: political, social, cultural, and economic. WAW advocates for women’s rights and challenges the norms that underpin gender-based violence wherever opportunities arise to influence attitudes and bring about change.
Position Summary
WAW’s New York Community Center is seeking summer interns who will assist the team by providing general support. We are looking for currently enrolled graduate or undergraduate students who have a strong interest in and commitment to immigrant women’s rights, want to work on behalf of new immigrants, and possess excellent organizational and communication skills. Fluency in a relevant second language (Farsi/Dari, Pashto, Urdu or Hindi) is a plus.
Interns may have the opportunity to participate in training sessions, collaborate with advocacy groups, and attend discussion panels.
Location: 71-19 162nd St, Fresh Meadows, NY and possibly local public school(s)
Summer interns will work 3 days per week, from 9 am-5 pm, for a minimum of 10 weeks, from June-August, 2023. All internships are unpaid and in-person.
Responsibilities
- Drafting and editing documents;
- Updating and maintaining databases;
- Maintaining physical client files;
- If intern speaks a relevant second language fluently, interpretation may be involved;
- Screening potential clients through our intake process;
- Other duties and special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines at once
- Excellent computer and online research skills, including familiarity with word processing and spreadsheet applications
- Dedicated interest and passion for immigration advocacy and protecting the rights of migrants, particularly women
- Experience working with vulnerable populations and survivors of trauma
- Ability to work collaboratively with staff, clients, and community organizations
- Motivated to work independently/remotely
- Initiative and enthusiasm
- Farsi/Dari or Pashto fluency (speaking, reading and writing) is a plus
Compensation
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: Unpaid. Eligible for reimbursement for Metrocard travel on work days and up to $10 per work day for lunch.
Benefits: None
Schedule: 3 days per week, from 9 am-5 pm, for a minimum of 10 weeks, from June-August, 2023
This position is in-person and located in Queens, NY. Candidates must reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (Required)
To apply, please email your cover letter and resume ASAP, with “Summer Intern, NY – [your last name]” in the subject line, to: haida@womenforafghanwomen.org
No phone calls please.
Women for Afghan Women is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socioeconomic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.
