Fall 2026: immigration Intern (Unpaid)

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.

About the role

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 administrative projects to support casework

Learning Objectives

• Gain a deeper understanding of current U.S. immigration systems
• Receive training and acquire knowledge of U.S. immigration applications, as well as eligibility requirements for various applications, filing procedures, etc.
• Develop research skills and ability to concisely summarize findings for workplace use

Requirements

• Current enrolment in ABA accredited Law School, Graduate Program, 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

Schedule

This position is in-person at our City Heights office only. Intern schedule subject to our business hours Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm.

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.