Description
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking an Immigration Legal Intern to join our team in Baltimore. As an intern, you will gain hands-on experience working with a team of immigration lawyers and support staff, providing critical assistance with case management, client communication, and administrative tasks.
Learning Objectives:
- Gain exposure to the challenges and opportunities for providing nonprofit immigration legal services
- Learn basic policies and procedures of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
- Develop an understanding of immigration case workflows, client engagement practices, and administrative processes
Responsibilities:
- Assist with case management activities, including document collection, data entry, and case tracking
- Process incoming and outgoing USCIS correspondence, including scanning, filing, mailing, and updating case records
- Communicate with clients regarding upcoming appointments, document requests, case updates, and other case-related needs
- Coordinate with interpreters and staff to facilitate effective communication with clients
- Maintain accurate records in immigration case management databases
- Support outreach events, workshops, clinics, and other program activities as needed
Requirements:
- Prior experience and/or interest working with refugees and immigrants
- Prior experience and/or interest in law or providing nonprofit legal services
- Ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced, global environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong writing skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and web-based applications (databases, Box)
- Fluency in English required; bilingual ability in one of the predominant languages of the local client base is desired
Position Details:
- IN-PERSON: Spring 2027 internships will be IN-PERSON ONLY
- DATES: Internships start with a required orientation on Wednesday, Jan 27th, and will continue through May 16th, 2027 (14 total weeks)
- HOURS: Internships require a minimum of 15 hours per week for 14 weeks
- LAPTOP: Interns will be issued an IRC laptop for the duration of the internship
- REIMBURSEMENT: Internships with the IRC in Baltimore are unpaid; university credit may be arranged; spring 2027 interns are eligible for per diem reimbursement at the rate of $15 per day