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.

Please note that this is an unpaid position.

SCOPE OF DEVELOPMENT: Immigration is a unique area of law where for decades, non-lawyers have been able to seek authorization (accreditation) to represent individuals in immigration proceedings before administrative agencies. Under federal regulations, several individuals—including non-lawyers—may engage in the practice of immigration law. Organizations that have been “recognized” by the Department of Justice (DOJ) can seek authorization on behalf of an individual to be “accredited” to practice immigration law. The immigration intern will work with the DOJ accredited representative on immigration matters related to the needs of the clients and community.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide general (notindividualized) information on areas of law and procedure, such as eligibilityrequirements for adjustment of status or naturalization and applicationprocedures.
• Complete application formsbased on information provided by clients in a pro-se workshop or after anindividual eligibility determination has been completed by an accreditedrepresentative.
• Notify clients of follow-upinformation such as receipt of appointment notices, requests for evidence, andoath ceremonies.
• Respond to requests for casestatus updates from clients (e.g., timelines for interviews or decisions oncases).
• Assist with case managementtasks, such as entering client information into ETO and updating clientcasefiles.
• Conduct intake and/orcompleting service agreements (see below for additional guidelines on directcommunications with clients.
• Research Immigration relatedtopics.
• Perform regular and periodicreviews of DHS issued policy, announcements of changes to rules and regulationsto keep up to date on the latest DHS directives that impact the populationsserved by IRC.
• Facilitate the development oftraining materials for clients; develop program materials and contribute tostandardization of programming.
• Conduct community outreach.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience in an immigration related field preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as, anoverall ability to be clear and concise in all communications
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; proven abilityto prioritize and deliver on time
• Strong analytic problem-solving skills
• Ability to work both independently and in a dynamic teamstructure
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office suite and internetresearch
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a culturally diverseenvironment with clients and team-members.
• Ability to manage and work through change in a proactive andpositive manner.
• Fluency in written and spoken English; bilingual candidates willbe prioritized.


WorkingEnvironment: This role is an in-office position

Reports to:     AccreditedRepresentative
Position:         ImmigrationIntern

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.