International Rescue Committee Phoenix · 3 months ago
Immigration Intern - Fall 2025
Silver Spring, MD
Internship
Hybrid
InternThe International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a leading humanitarian organization that responds to the world's worst crises. They are seeking an Immigration Intern to assist with immigration services for refugees and asylees, providing support in document management and client interactions.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Responsible for going through client immigration documents and assisting clients with requirements for consultations and application sessions with legal staff
Answer client questions regarding immigration services, and, when necessary, refer clients to the appropriate IRC staff member
General administrative support, including tracking, filing, and mailing relevant documents, applications, and notices of action
Under the guidance of the supervising Immigration Services Manager, assist in putting client information updates in Lolly Law database
Assist clients with document translation, authentication, presentation and completion
Provide special assistance to clients with particular needs
Promote the IRC’s immigration department through online and local networks
Research immigration issues, polices and programs
Build partnerships with local agencies to improve systems of providing immigration services
Qualification
Required
Working towards a college degree related to international relief, humanitarian work or refugee law related subjects. Must be current student or within 12 months of schooling
Passion to work with limited-English speaking refugees (second language proficiency a plus, Spanish strongly preferred, also seeking French, Dari, and Pashto)
Interest and/or work experience on U.S Immigration law and outreach knowledge (Prior experience in immigration is a plus)
Excellent research, language, database management, and record keeping skills
Benefits
Per diem reimbursement at the rate of $15/day to offset the costs of food and travel
Company
International Rescue Committee Phoenix
Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster.
Founded in 1994
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase