About the role#
The Immigration Legal Services Department in Silver Spring provides low-cost assistance for applications including green cards, work authorization, naturalization, and family reunification. This internship offers experience in application processing, database management, and community outreach. Please note this is an unpaid position.
What you'll do#
- Review client immigration documents and assist with requirements for consultations and application sessions.
- Answer client questions and refer individuals to the appropriate staff member.
- Provide administrative support including tracking, filing, and mailing documents and notices of action.
- Update client information in the Lolly Law database.
- Assist clients with document translation, authentication, and completion.
- Provide special assistance to clients with particular needs.
- Promote the immigration department through online and local networks.
- Research immigration issues, policies, and programs.
- Build partnerships with local agencies to improve service systems.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a college degree program related to international relief, humanitarian work, or refugee law, or graduation within the last 12 months.
- A desire to work with limited-English speaking refugees. Proficiency in Spanish, French, Dari, or Pashto is a plus.
- Interest in or work experience with U.S. immigration law and outreach.
- Strong research, language, database management, and record-keeping skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Silver Spring, Maryland.
- Term: Spring 2027 (January through May).
- Modality: On-site.
- Commitment: Minimum of 30 hours per week for 4 months.
- Requirements: Attendance at an in-person orientation on January 25, 2027, is required. Selected applicants must complete a background check.
About International Rescue Committee
The International Rescue Committee is a nonprofit organization that provides humanitarian aid to people affected by war and disaster. Founded in 1933, it operates in more than 50 countries and 28 cities across the United States. The organization focuses on areas such as refugee resettlement, health care, and emergency relief. It employs over 13,000 people to support its mission of assisting displaced populations.
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