Public Interest Legal Internship: Immigration & Policy

Tahirih Justice Center; Falls Church (VA); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

Job summary

The Tahirih Justice Center is a national nonprofit providing free legal services and social support to immigrant survivors. This internship offers hands-on exposure to immigration law, court hearings, asylum processes, and advocacy work in a collaborative team.

Compensation includes a $5000 stipend for 300 hours across the semester. Eligible students must be enrolled in accredited law school and able to commit at least 15 hours weekly for 10 weeks in a hybrid setting in the United States.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in accredited law school with strong research and writing skills.
• Enrollment in externship or funded internship confirmed.
• Spanish language skills are highly desired but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with client communications and interviews.
• Help prepare for immigration court hearings and asylum interviews.
• Draft legal documents and research country conditions under supervision.
• Process mail and maintain electronic and physical case files.
• Potential involvement in community outreach and advocacy.

Skills

Spanish (desirable)

Research skills

Writing skills

Team collaboration

Education

Enrollment in accredited law school

Externship enrollment or third-party funding confirmed

Job description

The Tahirih Justice Center is a national nonprofit providing free legal services and social support to immigrant survivors. This internship offers hands-on exposure to immigration law, court hearings, asylum processes, and advocacy work in a collaborative team.

Compensation includes a $5000 stipend for 300 hours across the semester. Eligible students must be enrolled in accredited law school and able to commit at least 15 hours weekly for 10 weeks in a hybrid setting in the United States.