Immigration Legal Intern at IRC International Rescue Committee

Job Description:

Latest job information from IRC International Rescue Committee for the position of Immigration Legal Intern. If the Immigration Legal Intern vacancy in Elizabeth, NJ matches your qualifications, please submit your latest application or CV directly through the updated Jobkos job portal.

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The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

The Immigration Department Intern will assist immigration staff in providing services to refugees, asylees, and other immigrants such as adjustment of status, citizenship, and family reunification. (S)he will work closely with immigration staff to draft applications and provide follow-up communication to clients. The intern will also perform a series of clerical and administrative duties to ensure client files are kept up to date. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Assist immigration staff in providing services to clients, including setting up legal consultations and drafting immigration applications under the supervision of an immigration attorney and a DOJ accredited representative.   

• Perform research to connect clients to services including food pantries, mental health services, and more.  

• Assist staff with sorting and filing of documents and case files. 

• Adhere to IRC policies, particularly those related to confidentiality and client privacy.   

• Display sensitivity to personality differences of clients. Respect their beliefs and values.   

• Perform follow-up communication to clients and inform them about the status of their cases and explain processing delays. Prepare change of address forms with USCIS (The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services) as needed.    

• Provide translation and interpretation when necessary. 

• Other related duties as assigned. 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

• Student will learn about U.S. immigration law  

• Student will develop problem solving and client services skills 

• Student will learn how to manage client cases within established deadlines 

REQUIREMENTS:  

• Minimum 15 hours per week; preference for those that can work 35+ hours. 

• Must be able to receive school credit 

• Undergraduate level studies in social sciences, international relations or a related field. 

• Languages desired but not required: Spanish, French, Dari/Pashto 

• Strong desire to help immigrants in New York 

• Ability to work independently, exercise good judgement, and have high attention to detail. 

• Competency in Microsoft Office, data tracking, and file management 

• Effective communication skills. 

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment. 

• Patience, understanding, flexibility, and an unceasingly positive attitude. 

• Willing to learn about IRC history, philosophy, global work, and local efforts. 

• Willing to adhere to IRC volunteer and workplace policies 

This position reports to the Immigration Supervisor and the DOJ Accredited Representative.

Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. 

Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way - our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.

Job Info:

• Company: IRC International Rescue Committee
• Position: Immigration Legal Intern
• Work Location: Elizabeth, NJ
• Country: US

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