Apply on Employer Site

National Immigration Law Center · 2 weeks ago

Policy Internship - Summer 2026

United States

Internship

Remote

Intern

$19/hr - $19/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

The National Immigration Law Center (NILC) is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to defending and advancing the rights of low-income immigrants. They are seeking a highly motivated law student for a policy internship in Summer 2026, where the intern will conduct legal research, write legal memoranda, and work on various projects related to immigrants' rights.

Association

Responsibilities

Assisting with research and drafting pleadings and motions related to active litigation, under an attorney’s supervision

Research and writing related to litigation and other forms of immigration advocacy. The Policy Intern may conduct research on federal and state immigration statutes and regulations, as well as procedural and evidentiary issues

Participating in hearings, strategy sessions, client meetings, site visits, and/or depositions

Engaging in immigration policy discussions with government officials and community groups

Qualification

Legal researchLegal writingImmigrants' rights experiencePublic/nonprofit sector interestProactiveCreativeFluency in other languagesCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsDetail-oriented

Required

Current 1L, 2L, or 3L law school student in good standing (No undergraduates will be considered)

Strong academic record, demonstrated through law school and/or other postgraduate coursework

Excellent legal research and writing skills

Commitment to NILC's mission of defending and advancing the rights and opportunities of low-income immigrants and their loved ones

Strong desire to pursue a career in the public / nonprofit sector

A genuine interest in and commitment to helping NILC create and foster an equitable and inclusive workplace

Qualified applicants are enthusiastic, creative, proactive, and detail-oriented; have excellent research, writing, communication, and interpersonal skills; and can work independently