International Institute of Connecticut helps refugees to obtain permanent employment with good pay and full benefits so as not be dependent on Public Assistance. Examples of employment include manufacturing, clerical and health care services. In order to reach these goals, the program emphasizes self sufficiency and provides extensive training for clients. Such opportunities includes:
- Orientation about the American work culture
- How to get a job, keep it, and continue training in order to get better jobs
- Transportation training – accessing public transit
- Resume building and how to fill out applications
- Interview training
- Job Specific ESL
- Referrals to other employment service providers
|
 |
The program also develops relationships with local employers looking to hire new employees, and trains them about the culture and customs of their employees.
There is a strong emphasis on employment in all refugee resettlement programs. Temporary public assistance programs are available for refugees and asylees until employment is achieved, however IIC works in partnership with the Department of Social Services to ensure clients are working toward self sufficiency. The programs at IIC educate refugees, asylees and immigrants about the types of jobs available to them and how best to obtain them.
