For Employers: Employing Refugees

How IRC-LA serves your employment needs

The IRC in Los Angeles is always available to you with the assistance for success, including:

Pre-screening, assessment, and matching to ensure we find the right people for your company
Job-readiness training so your new employees get up and running quickly
On-the-job counseling and bilingual coaches to support employee retention
Administrative support with employee paperwork

Refugees face challenges throughout their job search process in the U.S., including possessing foreign credentials, language barriers, and facing employer-based discrimination.
Businesses have found that refugees are some of their best team members. Research found that teams that are more culturally and ethnically diverse are 33% more likely to be profitable. 73% of employers surveyed found that refugees had higher retention rates than other employees

Hiring Process is Quick and Easy. Refugees are authorized for employment - no visa sponsorship required.
Multilingual, Driven, and Adaptable: Many refugees speak multiple languages and can quickly learn new skills. Refugees are highly motivated to succeed.
Diverse Perspectives and Skillsets: Refugees enrich your workplace with new cultural understanding. They can help you connect to your local communities. Some refugees have professional or technical expertise, but are willing to accept entry-level roles and earn their way to new career opportunities.
Increased Productivity: Hiring refugees can increase your output and yield faster results. Many refugees go on to become managers and start their own business.
Government Incentives: Tax credits and other programs can help offset hiring costs.