Immigration Legal Services Intern

Position: Immigration Legal Services Intern Spring 2026
The IRC is recognized by the U.S. Department of Justice to provide immigration legal services. Some of our services include filing applications for adjustment of status (i.e. green cards), naturalization, and family reunification for refugees, asylees and immigrants. Interns will gain experience working at an internationally recognized non-profit organization and a first-hand look at the basics of immigration processes and procedures.

Immigration Legal Assistant or Legal Representative  Gain exposure to the challenges and opportunities for providing nonprofit immigration legal services.  
** Responsibilities
* * Other tasks and related duties as assigned.
** Requirements
* * Prior experience and/or interest working with refugees and immigrants.  Prior experience and/or interest in law or providing nonprofit legal services.  Ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced, global environment. Ability to learn new immigration processes quickly.  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.  Strong writing skills: ability to keep clear and accurate case notes and records.  Fluency in English required.

Bilingual ability in one of the predominant languages of the local client base is desired.*
* • IN-PERSON:
** Spring 2026 internships will be hybrid. This includes a combination of standard office environment, remote work, and field time within the greater Baltimore area.
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* • DATES:
** Internships start with a required orientation on Wednesday, February 11th (approx. 9:30 AM – 3 PM). Regular weekly hours start the week of February 17th, 2025, and will continue through May 22nd, 2026 (14 total weeks).
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HOURS:

** Internships require a minimum of 20 hours per week for 14 weeks. Interns should be able to come to the office at least 4 days per week.
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* • LAPTOP:
** Interns will be issued an IRC laptop for the duration of the internship to perform both remote and in-office responsibilities.
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* • REIMBURSEMENT:
** Internships with the IRC in Baltimore are unpaid. University credit may be arranged. Spring 2026 interns are eligible for per diem reimbursement at the rate of $15 per day (defined as 7.5 hours) to offset the costs of food and travel of the internship. Interns may also be reimbursed for mileage driven for any approved activities (based on round-trip mileage from the IRC office).

** Application Process**   *
* • DUE DATE:
** apply online at  by 11:59 PM ET on Sunday, January 25th**.**   *
* • INTERVIEWS:
** Applicants selected for interviews will be contacted to schedule interviews between beginning mid-January 2026. Due to the volume of applications, only applicants who are selected for interviews will be contacted. Interviews will be conducted approximately January 26th through February 6th, 2026. Interviews will be conducted in person at the Baltimore office.
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* • OFFERS:
** Applicants who have interviewed for positions can expect to receive a decision no later than February 4th, 2026. Confirmations will be due at the latest by February 6th, 2026. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

This is an unpaid position and is not eligible for benefits.
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