Immigration Intern - Summer 2024 - Glendale

International Rescue Committee

Apr 25

Internship
Part-time
Summer Internship
Legal
Glendale

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You must be a student or recent graduate with language skills in Arabic, Farsi, Pashto, or Spanish. Prior immigration experience is helpful. Cultural sensitivity and excellent communication skills are a must for this internship with the International Rescue Committee in Glendale.
You will assist legal representatives with immigration applications, make copies of documents, complete case notes, work with clients, and conduct follow-up calls.

Requirements

In-office attendance on Thursdays or Tuesdays.
Current undergraduate, graduate student, or less than one year out of school.
Fluency in one of the following languages is strongly preferred: Arabic, Farsi, Pashto, and Spanish.
Prior experience in immigration is a plus.
Completion of IRC orientation and successful completion of a comprehensive background check (Live Scan & HireRight) are mandatory.
Possesses a high level of cultural awareness and sensitivity toward vulnerable immigrant populations, with a dedicated commitment to assisting unaccompanied minors in their transition to life in the U.S.
Demonstrates effective communication skills and thrives in collaborative, cross-cultural environments.
Exhibits strong organizational capabilities and meticulous attention to detail.
Displays cultural competency and proficient communication abilities.
Shows enthusiasm for understanding the broader IRC mission, philosophy, global endeavors, and local initiatives.
Willing to comply with IRC volunteer and workplace policies.

Responsibilities

Assisting Immigration Legal Representatives to complete immigration applications for Green Cards, Citizenship, and other applications as needed.
Making copies of petitions and evidence.
Completing case notes related to client case files.
Working one-on-one with clients to complete applications. Conducting follow-up phone calls to clients.

International Rescue Committee

We respond to the world’s worst humanitarian crises & help people to survive, recover, and gain control of their future.

Non-profit

Industry

5001-10,000

Employees

1933

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The International Rescue Committee responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and help people to survive, recover, and gain control of their future. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees and displaced people forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40+ countries and in 29 U.S. cities, the IRC restores safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure.