Amica Center for Immigrant Rights · 16 hours ago
Legal Internship- Detained Adult Program, Direct Representation
United States
Internship
Remote
Intern
Start in 2026 SpringAmica Center for Immigrant Rights is seeking law students passionate about public interest law and immigrants’ rights for their internship program in the Detained Adult Program. Interns will assist in representing detained clients in immigration proceedings, conducting legal research, and providing client support.
Law Practice
Responsibilities
Conducting legal research and writing in support of detained clients applying for relief before the immigration court
Conducting individualized country conditions research and collection of primary evidence in support of detained clients applying for relief before the Immigration Court
Assisting in the preparation and filing of applications for immigration relief
Assisting with interpretation and translation, if possible
Communicating with clients and their family members via telephone
Attending court hearings and/or visiting clients in detention
Legal research and writing
Client service and communication
Evidence collection and assessment
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled in law school
Ability to commit 15-20 hours a week
Strong interest in human rights, social justice, and immigration rights issues
Excellent research and writing skills
Ability to work independently and within a team
Intellectually curious
Willingness to work with individuals from low-income communities who might have criminal histories and/or mental health illnesses
A laptop or computer
Reliable internet
A phone
Preferred
Fluency in Spanish or a second language is strongly preferred
Benefits
Amica Center can assist students seeking internship credit or funding.
Amica Center will distribute four $1,000 tax-free scholarships to eligible interns for the primary purpose of educational and professional development.
Company
Amica Center for Immigrant Rights
Amica Center for Immigrant Rights engages in unwavering legal defense and strategic litigation for immigrants facing detention or deportation, regardless of background, because everyone has the right to be free, safe, and supported.
Founded in 1999
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Kathy Doan
Chief Executive Officer
Adina Appelbaum, Esq., M.P.P., AFC®
Founder & Program Director, Immigration Impact Lab
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