Case Management - Employment and Microenterprise Development Summer 2025

Description

GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Burmese American Community Institute (BACI) is a dynamic, forward-looking, and growing non-profit organization. We seek motivated, enthusiastic, and culturally-sensitive students or recent graduates for our internship program. The Program Intern will gain valuable hands-on experience in community service, program development, and non-profit operations while supporting BACI's mission to empower the Burmese American community. This internship provides an excellent opportunity to develop professional skills while making a meaningful impact.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

• Assists program staff with daily operations and administrative tasks
• Supports client intake processes and basic case management activities under supervision
• Helps organize and facilitate community events, workshops, and training sessions
• Contributes to outreach efforts including material development and distribution
• Assists with data collection, entry, and basic program evaluation tasks
• Researches community resources and creates informational materials for clients
• Helps maintain organized program files and documentation
• Provides general support during client meetings when appropriate
• Assists with social media content creation and community engagement
• Participates in staff meetings and contributes to program discussions
• Supports grant research and basic reporting activities
• Develops and completes an intern project related to BACI's mission and programs
• Maintains confidentiality regarding client information
• Completes weekly activity logs and reflection assignments
• Performs other duties as assigned that support learning objectives

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:            

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Detail oriented, able to multitask.
• Self-motivated, able to work in a team and independently.
• Enthusiasm for BACI’s mission and vision.
• Cooperative, friendly, and helpful attitude with clients and co-workers. Ability to work closely with other employees to ensure positive, constructive environment within the Employment and Microenterprise Development team and throughout the Institute.

• Demonstrate high level of professionalism and personal integrity.

• Flexibility and availability, including willingness to travel and work some weekends.
• International experience desirable – high degree of cultural sensitivity and competence required.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and growth-oriented environment, while maintaining a sense of humor and a positive, solution-oriented approach.
• Willing to learn.
• Pass the Background Check.

OTHER SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:

The successful candidate must be computer literate, with proficiency in MS Office (Excel and Word) and Internet applications.