Immigration & Citizenship Intern (Unpaid)

Responsibilities

• Aid immigration staff in assisting refugees, asylees, and immigrants with various immigration benefits.
• Accurately complete application forms for clients and meet with them to review and gather necessary information.
• Follow up with clients regarding their applications and notify them of any matters related to their applications.
• Assist clients with additional procedures such as requesting evidence and advocating with USCIS or local/federal political/legislative offices.
• Conduct outreach mailings and assist the immigration team with tracking, filing, mailing relevant documents, applications, and notices.
• Maintain up-to-date client data in an online immigration database.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A JD candidate or law student preferred; college students may be considered.
• Familiarity with IRC's mission and willingness to represent it appropriately.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with clients.
• Prior experience in immigration is a plus.

Learning Objectives

• Learn about immigration law and policy.
• Understand refugee resettlement and refugee social services.
• Develop research and outreach skills.
• Gain experience interacting with multi-cultural and limited English speaking clients.

Background

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises and helps people survive and rebuild their lives. The IRC works in over 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities, providing resettlement, education, and empowerment support to refugees and displaced people.

Benefits

In the U.S., the IRC offers:

• 10 sick days
• 10 US holidays
• 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure
• $163/month medical insurance
• $6.50/month dental insurance
• $5/month vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare and commuter costs
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with immediate vesting
• Disability and life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Equal Opportunity Employer

The IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider 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.