Fall 2026: immigration Intern (Unpaid)

About this role

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

SCOPE OF INTERNSHIP:   Intern will provide support for Immigration Legal Staff with current and new client cases.      

RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Enter data into Case Management Software ( LollyLaw ) and other tracking systems  

• Work directly with Immigration Staff to   assist   with case follow-ups  

• Conduct a dministrative projects to support casework  

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

• Intern will gain a deeper understanding of current U.S.   i mmigration systems  

• Intern will receive training and   acquire   knowledge of U.S.   i mmigration   applications,   as well as eligibility requirements for various applications , filing procedures, etc.  

• Intern will develop research skills and ability to concisely summarize findings for workplace use  

REQUIREMENTS:   

• Current   enrolment   in   ABA   accredited Law School ,   Graduate Progra m, Undergraduate Program or have received their   bachelor’s   degree within the last year.  

• Attention to detail    

• Ability to take direction (written and oral) and to complete tasks independently    

• Must be punctual and dependable (regular attendance   required )  

• Prior customer service experience and/or the ability to work well with others of varied backgrounds    

• Proficiency   in Arabic, Burmese, Dari, Farsi,   Karen,   Pashto,   Russian ,   Somali, Swahili,   Ukrainian,   or   Vietnamese   preferred  

Compensation :   This is an   unpaid   internship opportunity.  

Working Environment:      

• This position is in-person   at our City Heights office only  

• Intern schedule subject to our business   hours Monday-Friday 8:30am- 4: 3 0pm.   

  PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS

All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct . Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding , Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.

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US Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $163 per month, dental starting at $6.50 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.

Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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