Location: Silver Spring (IRC office)

Time Commitment: 

Volunteers will choose from one of two time slots during regular business hours (9am-5pm) on Thursdays. Time slot options run 2-2.5 hours, morning and afternoon. Volunteers can sign up to attend once or on an ongoing basis week to week. 

Responsibilities: 

Work one on one with 2-3 refugees to support their digital literacy education in order to apply for jobs. Tasks might include showing clients how to: 

  • use email, 
  • use Zoom,
  • Navigate job applications portals (like LinkedIn) in order to submit job applications, 
  • And answer questions from clients regarding the process of applying for jobs

Skills/Qualifications: 

  • Digital literacy skills - proficiency in using email platforms, Zoom, and navigating job portals
  • Special language skills are a plus (Spanish, Arabic, French, Creole most commonly needed)

How to Apply

All volunteers must first attend a Volunteer Orientation. After completing orientation, you will fill out an online form to get started. Sign up to attend Volunteer Orientation.