International Rescue Committee · 4 months ago
Children’s Legal Intern (unpaid)
Elizabeth, NJ
Internship
Onsite
InternThe International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a leading humanitarian organization that aids individuals impacted by crises globally. They are seeking a Children’s Legal Intern to provide legal representation to unaccompanied children, assist with immigration processes, and support clients in navigating legal systems.
CharityCommunitiesHumanitarianNon ProfitSocial
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform research on immigration issues and country conditions
Prepare legal motions, affidavits, briefs, petitions, and applications
Support in building and fostering relationships with clients by being part of client meetings
Maintain case data management systems through data entry, such as tracking court hearings, deadlines for case activities, and client communications
Partake in online immigration law trainings and webinars
Assist in tapping into other IRC NJ programs to get additional support for clients when needed, such as educational resources, etc
Qualification
Required
Must be currently enrolled in an ABA-accredited JD or LLM program and completed 1L
Deep commitment to immigrant rights
Must have a demonstrated passion for working with children and/or low-to-moderate income immigrant populations (including refugees, asylum seekers, etc.)
Motivated, flexible, manages time effectively, and can work independently as well as within a team dynamic
Must successfully complete IRC orientation and full background check (Live Scan & HireRight)
Must be based in the U.S
Must have U.S. work authorization or be a U.S. citizen
Preferred
Fluency in Spanish preferred but not required
Equivalent work experience working with children and or serving low-to-moderate income immigrant populations (including refugees, asylum seekers, etc.)
Benefits
10 sick days
10 US holidays
20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure
Medical insurance starting at $143 per month
Dental starting at $6.50 per month
Vision starting at $5 per month
FSA for healthcare and commuter costs
A 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching
Disability & life insurance
An Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.
Company
International Rescue Committee
IRC responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises & helps some of the most vulnerable people from harm to home.
Founded in 1933
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.25MKey Investors
American Student AssistanceThe Pfizer FoundationU.S. Department of Agriculture
2024-03-25Grant· $0.5M
2021-11-30Grant
2021-10-07Grant· $0.75M
Leadership Team
David Miliband
President & CEO
Katherine Crowley
Associate Director, Global Corporate Partnerships
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