Overview

The Immigration Intern will assist clients with immigration services, answer client questions, and provide general administrative support to the IRC's Immigration Department.

Tasks Summary

• 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.
• 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.

Experience Requirements

• Experience working in outreach to support building partnerships.
• Prior experience in immigration is a plus.

Qualification Requirements

• 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.

Other Details

Languages Required:

Languages Preferred: Spanish strongly preferred, also seeking French, Dari, and Pashto

Contract Duration: minimum commitment of 4 months

Work Modality: in-person Monday – Thursday and remote on Fridays

Remuneration: Internships with the IRC in Silver Spring are unpaid. Spring 2026 interns may be eligible for per diem reimbursement at the rate of $15/day to offset the costs of food and travel.