Immigration Program Internship (Summer 2025) - UNPAID

International Rescue Committee • Part-time • Richmond, VA, United States • 21h ago

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.

BACKGROUND: Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee is a leading, non-sectarian, non-profit organization providing emergency relief, protection, rehabilitation assistance, resettlement services, and advocacy for refugees and victims of crisis or violent conflict. Domestically, our 29 offices across the U.S. ensure new arrivals have food, shelter, and clothing, and work with refugees to help them gain self-sufficiency.

SCOPE OF WORK: The immigration intern will work directly with the immigration team, assisting IRC clients in preparing applications for adjustment of status to permanent residence, naturalization petitions, family reunification applications, travel documents, and renewal and replacement applications.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Attend Volunteer/Intern Orientation

Draft USCIS applications (green card applications, naturalization, etc.)

Contact clients

Keep and maintain records of immigration files

Track cases with USCIS

Organize immigration files

Prepare invitation & close-out letters to IRC clients

Communicate regularly with theIRC staff, keeping the immigration caseworker informed of any changes in schedule that may affect the work

Follow IRC policy on confidentiality, consider all personal information that the intern might learn about clients asconfidential

Work may include some clerical work, such as copying and filing

Record hours and submit a completed timesheet for each month via the IRC’s online Volunteer Dashboard.

Minimum Qualifications:

Currently pursuing an undergraduate, graduate degree, or recent graduate. Preference for people pursuing a JD

Preference for candidates to be in person at the Richmondoffice

Excellent oral and written English skills, bilingual is preferred but not required

Willingness to follow the IRC intern and workplace policies,includingconfidentiality

Attention to detail and timeliness

Solid computer skills (Excel, MS Word, Immigrant tracking software)

Commitment to working with refugees and to learning about globally-varied backgrounds and experiences

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.

The IRC is committed to fostering an accessible workplace. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities to apply for positions that align with their qualifications and interests. If you are selected for an interview, please inform your recruiter if you require any accommodations during the recruitment process. Examples of accommodations may include extended time for interviews or assessments, flexible scheduling to accommodate medical appointments, or assistance with communication needs. The IRC has offices in many locations, each with varying capacities to provide specific accommodations. While we are committed to doing our best to meet your needs, please note that certain accommodations may depend on the resources and facilities available at each location. Please know we will carefully consider all requests and make every effort to ensure a supportive and accessible recruitment process.

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.