What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Team Intern - Immigration Services position at International Rescue Committee?
Core Immigration Services:
IRC's core immigration department provides legal services to resettled individuals and other qualified members of the community. This department assists with applying for family reunification, adjustment of status, and citizenship.
Interns Responsibilities:
- The intern's primary point of contact will be the department's head of Core Immigration Services
- Interns can expect to work in person with clients, use translation services, and assist clients in applying for green cards, and other documentation.
- Help with general organization around the office.
*Interns will have the opportunity to gain greater insight into the resettlement process for refugees in the Dallas area.
Interns would become functioning members of our legal team, and work closely with our refugee population. If you are looking for law firm experience, this internship is for you.
Requirements
- Must be able to come into our Dallas office and work at least 15 hours per week during the 8:30 am - 4:30 pm workday.
- Applicant needs to have an interest in pursuing legal work.
- Check with your school's Internship Coordinator BEFORE accepting the hiring offer to determine if this position satisfies the criteria for receiving academic credit.
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.
