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Immigration Legal Services Intern

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ORGANIZATION: Migration Resource Center

  • 189 people are interested
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The Immigration Legal Services Intern will primarily support all aspects of immigration case management. This includes preparing various immigration forms, conducting legal research, drafting letters and memos, communicating with government agencies, maintaining records in our immigration system, and completing other necessary tasks. The Immigration Intern will work closely with MRC legal staff to ensure successful case completions.

No prior immigration or legal experience is required. However, we do ask that you possess the following skills and qualifications:

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
  • Ability to work well both independently and with others
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
  • Possession of, or currently completing, a bachelor's or post-secondary degree
  • Commitment to serving low-income immigrants
  • Ability to commit to 10-15+ hours per week for 3-4 months

The internship is unpaid; however, prospective interns are welcome to apply for academic credit through their institutions. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.

To apply, please submit a resume and a one-page cover letter expressing your interest in the internship to info@migrationusa.org. Please include the subject line: 'Immigration Legal Services Intern Application.'

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About Migration Resource Center

Location:

36 Richmond Terrace Suite 307, Staten Island, NY 10301, US

Mission Statement

Migration Resource Center stabilizes families and creates strong neighborhoods by resolving immigration and tax issues with affordable legal services and free educational workshops.

Description

Migration Resource Center provides immigration and taxpayer assistance, and legal representation to individuals with limited financial resources.

Migration Resource Center was founded in October 2015 to provide a comprehensive range of immigration services, youth education, and legal tax representation. Migration Resource Center was granted 501(c)(3) designation, effective October 8, 2015.

We help individuals, families and businesses get the legal services and information they need to succeed in their communities.

Headquarters in Staten Island, NY.

CAUSE AREAS

Community
Immigrants & Refugees
Justice & Legal
Community, Immigrants & Refugees, Justice & Legal

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

36 Richmond TerraceSuite 307Staten Island, NY 10301

SKILLS

  • Legal (General)
  • Immigration Law
  • Paralegal

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • 3-4 Months

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