International Rescue Committee · 2 months ago
Immigration Intern - Fall/Winter 2025-26
Los Angeles, CA
Internship
Onsite
InternThe International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a leading humanitarian organization that responds to the world's worst crises. The Immigration Program Intern will work closely with the Immigration Department to assist refugees and the local immigrant community, gaining valuable experience in U.S. immigration processes and legal services.
CharityCommunitiesHumanitarianNon ProfitSocial
Responsibilities
Assisting Immigration Legal Representatives to complete immigration applications for Green Cards, Citizenship, and other applications as needed
Making copies of petitions and evidence and uploading to case file
Completing case notes related to client case files
Working one-on-one with clients to complete applications
Conducting follow-up phone calls to clients
Qualification
Required
Current undergraduate, or less than one year out of school
Familiar with the mission of IRC and willing to represent it appropriately
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively
Ability to work well with a culturally diverse staff
In-office attendance on Wednesdays and Thursdays in Glendale
Preferred
Fluency in one of the following languages strongly preferred: Arabic, Farsi, Pashto, or Spanish
Prior experience in immigration is a plus
Benefits
10 sick days
10 US holidays
20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure
Medical insurance starting at $143 per month
Dental starting at $6.50 per month
Vision starting at $5 per month
FSA for healthcare and commuter costs
A 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching
Disability & life insurance
An Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles
Company
International Rescue Committee
IRC responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises & helps some of the most vulnerable people from harm to home.
Founded in 1933
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.25MKey Investors
American Student AssistanceThe Pfizer FoundationU.S. Department of Agriculture
2024-03-25Grant· $0.5M
2021-11-30Grant
2021-10-07Grant· $0.75M
Leadership Team
David Miliband
President & CEO
Katherine Crowley
Associate Director, Global Corporate Partnerships
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