Fall 2026 Immigration Intern (UNPAID)

The Immigration Intern will assist with immigration matters related to client needs, working under the supervision of a DOJ accredited representative. Responsibilities include providing general information on immigration law and procedures, completing application forms, case management, research, and community outreach.

Responsibilities

• Provide general (not individualized) information on areas of law and procedure, such as eligibility requirements for adjustment of status or naturalization and application procedures.
• Complete application forms based on information provided by clients in a pro-se workshop or after an individual eligibility determination has been completed by an accredited representative.
• Notify clients of follow-up information such as receipt of appointment notices, requests for evidence, and oath ceremonies.
• Respond to requests for case status updates from clients (e.g., timelines for interviews or decisions on cases).
• Assist with case management tasks, such as entering client information into ETO/Lolly Law and updating client casefiles.
• Conduct intake and/or completing service agreements.
• Research Immigration related topics.
• Perform regular and periodic reviews of DHS issued policy, announcements of changes to rules and regulations to keep up to date on the latest DHS directives that impact the populations served by IRC.
• Facilitate the development of training materials for clients; develop program materials and contribute to standardization of programming.
• Conduct community outreach.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Experience in an immigration related field preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as, an overall ability to be clear and concise in all communications
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; proven ability to prioritize and deliver on time
• Strong analytic problem-solving skills
• Ability to work both independently and in a dynamic team structure
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office suite and internet research
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse environment with clients and team-members.
• Ability to manage and work through change in a proactive and positive manner.
• Fluency in written and spoken English; bilingual candidates will be prioritized.

Skills

• Immigration Law
• Case Management
• Application Form Completion
• Legal Research
• Community Outreach
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Internet Research
• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication
• Organizational Skills
• Time Management
• Analytical Problem Solving
• Working in Diverse Environments
• Change Management

Languages

English