NYCEM Asylum Seeker Operation Internship

Background: 

The City of New York has welcomed over 180,000 asylum seekers since January 2022.  An array of services are being provided to these new arrivals, including shelter and legal assistance.  New York City Emergency Management operates the NYC Reticketing Center along with 3 Respite Centers across the City.

Description/Responsibilities:

• Evaluation and reconciliation of guest communication and signage across multiple operational locations with recommendations for improvement.
• Develop and dissemination of staff wellness resources for asylum seeker project.
• Potential to interface with guests through direct assistance at the Reticketing Center.

Requirements/Special Skills Needed:

• General interest in emergency management with a preference for humanitarian responses or interest in working with migrant population.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Preferred intermediate excel capabilities.
• Cultural competency as position may require interface with asylum seekers.
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**FOR SILVER STAR All applicants must be receiving a pension from a City retirement system***

**FOR COLLEGE AIDE - All applicants must be enrolled in an accredited college/university***